WHO declares India free of Trachoma, says PM
ILO says more than 64 per cent population avails social security from the government
NEW DELHI, JUNE 29, 2025: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said that global organisations such as the World Health Organisation (WHO) and the International Labour Organisation (ILO) have heaped praises on the achievements of the country.
“The first achievement is related to our health. Many of you must have heard about an eye disease – Trachoma. This infection spreads through bacteria. There was a time when this ailment was common in many parts of the country. If not taken care of, this disease can gradually used to lead to loss of eyesight. We resolved to eradicate Trachoma from its roots. And I am very happy to share with you that WHO has declared India trachoma-free. India has now become a Trachoma-free country. This is the result of the hard work of lakhs of people who fought this disease tirelessly, without a break. This success belongs to our health workers”, he maintained.
In his monthly ‘Mann Ki Baat’ programme, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday (June 29, 2025), the Prime Minister said more than 64 per cent of the population is availing of some social protection benefit or the other. Social Security is one of the biggest coverages in the world. Today, around 95 crore people of the country are getting the benefit of some or the other social security schemes; whereas, till 2015, the government schemes were reaching less than 25 crore people, he added.
“The holy Amarnath Yatra is going to commence on the 3rd of July, and the holy month of Sawan is also just a few days away. Just a few days ago, we also witnessed the Rath Yatra of Lord Jagannathji. Be it Odisha, Gujarat or any other corner of the country, lakhs of devotees participate in this Yatra. From North to South, East to West, these Yatras are a reflection of the spirit of ‘Ek Bharat-Shrestha Bharat’. When we conclude our religious journey with devotion, complete dedication and complete discipline, we also get rewarded with its fruits”, he pointed out.
