Union Health Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda Lays Foundation Stone for ICMR Centre in Keylong
Union Health Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda laid the foundation stone for the ICMR Centre for High Altitude Medicine and Public Health Research in Keylong, Himachal Pradesh, on October 12, 2026. This dedicated research facility aims to enhance preventive healthcare and address the unique health challenges faced by Himalayan communities. The initiative will involve collaboration between the Indian Council of Medical Research, Armed Forces Medical Services, and AIIMS Bilaspur to develop medical solutions for extreme-altitude conditions. The centre is expected to improve healthcare access in remote areas through innovative approaches like drone-enabled medicine delivery and digital health technologies.
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