Launch led by Union Health Minister and supported by Youth and Defence ministries.
First phase targets community‑level outreach at block and ward levels.
Materials include easy‑to‑read information, education, and communication resources.
Khushi Avatar chatbot will be available to the public for health queries.
The program builds on earlier community participation efforts to make districts tuberculosis‑free.
These teams combine health officials, youth volunteers, and National Cadet Corps cadets to raise awareness.
Their work focuses on teaching about tuberculosis, its symptoms, prevention, and the importance of completing treatment.
A new artificial‑intelligence chatbot called Khushi will provide information and answer questions.
The initiative aims to reduce misconceptions, lower stigma, and move toward eliminating the disease.
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