The National Leprosy Eradication Programme (NLEP)
The National Leprosy Eradication Programme (NLEP) is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme implemented under the National Health Mission (NHM). The programme provides comprehensive, free-of-cost services for the prevention, early detection, diagnosis, and treatment of leprosy, along with disability prevention and rehabilitation of persons affected by leprosy and post-exposure prophylaxis for eligible contacts, through all government health facilities across the State. Aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the WHO Global Leprosy Strategy, the programme strives to achieve zero transmission, zero disability, and zero discrimination by 2027.
National Rabies Control Programme (NRCP)
Rabies is a fatal yet entirely preventable viral zoonotic disease transmitted primarily through the bite or scratch of an infected animal, particularly dogs. Once clinical symptoms appear, rabies is almost always fatal. Timely wound washing, administration of Anti-Rabies Vaccine (ARV), and Rabies Immunoglobulin (RIG), when indicated, can prevent the disease.
TAMIL NADU ACCIDENT AND EMERGENCY CARE INITIATIVE
Tamil Nadu Accident and Emergency Care Initiative (TAEI) has revolutionized the concept of Emergency Medical Care in Tamil Nadu and has become a role model for other states across the country. The initiative introduced standardized emergency care protocols, modern infrastructure, and improved patient care systems across government hospitals.
National Mental Health Programme – (NMHP)
Tamil Nadu, one of the Southern states in India, stands out for its robust health infrastructure that extends beyond physical health to include comprehensive Mental Health services. The State has made commendable strides in ensuring that Mental Health services are accessible at every level of care, from primary to tertiary, including specialized de-addiction services. What sets Tamil Nadu apart is its commitment to providing these services free of cost, reinforcing its dedication to the well-being of its citizens.
Health Management Information System (HMIS)
The Health Management Information System (HMIS) in Tamil Nadu is a key digital platform designed to enhance the collection, analysis, and reporting of healthcare data. It brings together information from various public health programs, hospital systems, and patient care services to support better decision-making and improve overall service delivery. Tamil Nadu has been a pioneer in implementing HMIS, enabling real-time data capture across government healthcare facilities.
National Program on Climate Change and Human Health (NPCCHH)
Climate change is defined as: “a change of climate which is attributed directly or indirectly to human activity that alters the composition of the global atmosphere and which is in addition to natural climate variability observed over comparable time periods.”(Source: UNFCCC). It affects social and environmental determinants of health like-clean air, safe drinking water, sufficient food and secure shelter.
Mobile Medical Units (MMUs)
Mobile Medical Units (MMUs) form a critical component of the State’s public health delivery system, extending essential primary healthcare services to populations residing in under served remote ,inaccessible and hard-to-reach areas.
The Anaemia Mukt Bharat (AMB)
The Anaemia Mukt Bharat (AMB) programme aims to reduce the prevalence of anaemia across all age groups through a comprehensive life-cycle approach. The programme focuses on iron and folic acid supplementation, anaemia screening and treatment, deworming, behaviour change communication, and strengthening service delivery to improve nutritional outcomes and reduce the burden of anaemia.
NALAM Ai at RGGGH Hospital
NALAM AI is a newly launched WhatsApp-based chatbot service introduced by the Tamil Nadu Health Department to digitize and simplify access to government healthcare services. It was officially inaugurated in July 2026 by Health Minister K.G. Arunraj (under the guidance of Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay) as part of the broader Nalam TN digital health initiative.
DDHS Meeting
A DDHS (District Director of Health Services) Meeting under the NHM (National Health Mission) is a critical administrative review convened at the district level to monitor, evaluate, and strategize the implementation of national health programs. In Tamil Nadu, these meetings are typically chaired by the DDHS and attended by block-level health officers, program managers, and representatives from the District Health Society.