TB Mukt Bharat Campaign Held at Sophia High School,Bengaluru

Bengaluru, 28 August 2026: Sophia High School, Bengaluru, hosted a TB Mukt Bharat Campaign in collaboration with the 1 Karnataka Naval Unit NCC, Bengaluru, to create awareness about tuberculosis prevention, treatment and elimination.

The programme was coordinated by Capt. Manikandan Nambiar, Commanding Officer of the 1 Karnataka Naval Unit NCC, and hosted by Sophia High School under the guidance of Principal Sr. Alpana SND. The event was guided by Ms. Nisha Souz, ANO, NCC Naval Wing, Sophia High School, and conducted by the NCC Naval Wing cadets, with Cadet Marianne Natasha Gerard serving as the Master of Ceremony.

The programme featured an address by Capt. Nambiar, followed by informative sessions by Dr. Suresha G. K., Deputy Health Officer, Bengaluru, and Dr. Shazia Anjum, Medical Consultant with the World Health Organization, supporting the National Tuberculosis Elimination Programme in Karnataka. The speakers shared valuable insights on tuberculosis awareness, prevention, public health and the TB Mukt Bharat Campaign.

The event concluded with a Vote of Thanks by Capt. Manikandan Nambiar, followed by the National Anthem. The programme highlighted the important role of youth and NCC cadets in spreading health awareness and contributing to the vision of a TB-free India.