Minister Jitendra Singh called for national focus on preventing diabetes, especially in rural areas.
The Research Society for the Study of Diabetes in India introduced a digital portal and video library for community health workers.
The outreach programme has covered roughly 30 villages and plans further expansion.
Early detection, diet improvement, regular exercise, and ongoing monitoring are essential to lower diabetes risk.
Data gathered from villages will help design better public‑health strategies and support coordinated efforts among government, academia, and technology partners.
A new digital portal and video library have been launched to support rural communities with early detection and care.
The Research Society for the Study of Diabetes in India’s Rural Outreach Programme has already reached about thirty villages.
Key strategies include early testing, lifestyle changes, and continuous follow‑up to reduce complications.
Collecting real‑world health data will guide evidence‑based public health policies across the country.
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