Who launched the Nationwide Mass Drug Administration Campaign for Lymphatic Filariasis?

Correct option is D

Correct Answer: (d) Jagat Prakash Nadda
Explanation:
· The nationwide Mass Drug Administration (MDA) campaign for Lymphatic Filariasis was launched by Jagat Prakash Nadda, Union Health Minister.
· The campaign distributes antifilarial medicines (DEC and Albendazole) to eligible populations in endemic districts with the aim to interrupt transmission and eliminate LF as a public-health problem.
· India has a target to eliminate LF and reduce disability through sustained MDA, morbidity management and vector control.
Information Booster:
· Lymphatic filariasis is transmitted by mosquitoes (mainly Culex species in urban India) and can lead to chronic disability (elephantiasis).
· India has the largest LF burden historically, so national campaigns are high priority for public health.
Additional Knowledge:
· MDA programmes typically include community mobilization, logistical planning, supervision and coverage monitoring to achieve high population coverage.