CURRENT AFFAIRS

Detailed explanation-1: -UPSC Mains. Q. Which state government recently launched a $410 million Health System Reform Programme, with the support of World Bank? Notes: The State government of Tamil Nadu launched the $410 million Tamil Nadu Health System Reform Programme (TNHSRP).

Detailed explanation-2: -TNHSRP is a World Bank supported project implemented by Department of Health and Family Welfare (DoH&FW) of Tamil Nadu Government on Program for Results (PforR) basis. The program aims at achieving SDG 3 target, particularly 3.4, 3.6, 3.7 & 3.8 with focus on improving QoC, NCD (incl trauma) & RCH.

Detailed explanation-3: -The PDO is to improve quality of care, strengthen management of non-communicable diseases and injuries, and reduce inequities in reproductive and child health services in Tamil Nadu. The PDO will be achieved by supporting strengthening of the Tamil Nadu Health System.

Detailed explanation-4: -Tamil Nadu Health System Reform Program (TNHSRP)