Health Minister J.P. Nadda Addresses 79th World Health Assembly in Geneva
Union Health Minister J.P. Nadda addressed the 79th World Health Assembly in Geneva on 19 May 2026, highlighting Ayushman Bharat, digital health and Vaccine Maitri.
Union Health Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda addressed the plenary session of the 79th World Health Assembly (WHA) in Geneva, Switzerland, on 19 May 2026. The session was held under the theme 'Reshaping Global Health: A Shared Responsibility'.
During his address, India highlighted its achievements in healthcare infrastructure, digital health innovation and global vaccine support. Key initiatives discussed included Ayushman Bharat, the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission and Vaccine Maitri, India's programme of supplying vaccines to other countries.
Geneva is the headquarters of the World Health Organisation (WHO), the leading international body for global public health. The WHO has 194 member states and the World Health Assembly is its main decision-making body.
For exam aspirants, the points to remember are the minister (J.P. Nadda), the event (79th WHA, Geneva), the theme, and that the WHA is the decision-making body of the WHO with 194 members.
Key Points to Remember
- J.P. Nadda addressed the 79th World Health Assembly in Geneva (19 May 2026)
- Theme: 'Reshaping Global Health: A Shared Responsibility'
- India highlighted Ayushman Bharat, Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission, Vaccine Maitri
- Geneva is the headquarters of the WHO
- WHO has 194 member states; WHA is its decision-making body
Exam Relevance
Relevant for UPSC Prelims (International Relations & Health — WHO) and SSC/Banking exams (General Awareness).
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