BJP functionary to highlight Bihar’s health feat in Geneva

Patna: BJP state spokesperson Kuntal Krishna will present a research paper at the World Health Assembly in Geneva, where he will also highlight the transformative progress achieved in Bihar’s healthcare sector over the last two decades.The event is being organised by the global healthcare institution Health Innovation Organisation from May 18 to 24.The theme of Kuntal’s address will be ‘Connecting the Unconnected’, focusing on bringing underserved and excluded communities into the mainstream of healthcare access. The healthcare facilities made available to Bihar’s 140 million people under the NDA govt stand as a significant example of inclusive governance and public health expansion, Kuntal said before leaving for Geneva on Monday.“Over the past two decades, Bihar has made remarkable achievements in strengthening and expanding healthcare infrastructure and services at the govt-level,” he said.The World Health Assembly in Geneva will also host extensive deliberations among delegates from 165 countries on the challenges confronting the healthcare sector and the roadmap for future improvements. Discussions will particularly focus on using artificial intelligence (AI) and other emerging technologies to ensure accessible and efficient healthcare delivery for every individual.