The Historical Significance of World Health Day – Dr. Shrinivas Mahawar
Udaipur | Under the aegis of the 'Janmat Manch,' an online lecture series was organized on the eve of "World Health Day." Speaking on this occasion, Dr. Shrinivas Mahawar—Founder and President of the Janmat Manch—stated that "World Health Day," observed on April 7th, is celebrated to commemorate the establishment of the World Health Organization (WHO). On this day, a specific theme is selected to highlight priority areas related to public health across the globe.
Dr. Mahawar noted that the World Health Organization was established on April 7, 1948, and World Health Day was celebrated for the first time on April 7, 1950.
Its establishment was intended to ensure that the world's most critical health challenges receive due attention and that appropriate action is taken to address them.
Thousands of organizations have historically been integral to this global initiative. Entities such as the Red Cross, UNICEF, and the health ministries of various governments across different regions have played a pivotal role in disseminating these campaigns.
To make healthcare facilities more accessible and affordable, the Government of India has launched 'Ayushman Bharat'—specifically the Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY)—under which eligible families receive free medical treatment worth up to ₹5 lakh annually. This stands as the world's largest government-sponsored health insurance scheme, proving to be a boon for the underprivileged.
The Forum's Secretary, Shirish Nath Mathur, observed that in today's technological era, health-related information is ubiquitous; within a matter of seconds, one can access thousands of answers regarding a specific ailment.
However, the imperative today is to ensure that medical information reaches every citizen, and that every segment of society benefits from it equally; only then can we truly envision a developed India.
In developed nations, special emphasis is placed on medical care and public health.
Furthermore, the government is striving to make medical services available in rural areas, thereby ensuring that people in these regions receive timely and appropriate healthcare benefits. In the contemporary context, alongside medical treatment, it is equally essential to maintain a safe and nutritious diet coupled with a balanced lifestyle. Joint Secretary Dr. Priyadarshi Ojha stated that, alongside the fundamental right to health, individuals should be provided with full access to—and availability of—expensive medicines.
On World Health Day, key health-related issues take center stage for discussion; for instance, diseases such as diabetes, heart disease, and hypertension are on the rise globally due to sedentary lifestyles and poor dietary habits. It is imperative that awareness regarding these conditions be disseminated widely.
Dr. Kunal Ameta explained that the Chief Minister Chiranjeevi Health Insurance Scheme (now known as the Chief Minister Ayushman Arogya Scheme) is available to all residents of Rajasthan. Specifically, under this scheme, facilities for free medical treatment are extended to poor families, beneficiaries of the NFSA and SECC, small farmers, EWS (Economically Weaker Section) families, and contractual employees within Rajasthan. Under this scheme, eligible families are now entitled to cashless medical treatment worth up to ₹25 lakh at government hospitals and recognized private hospitals.
This is an excellent initiative. The validity period of the scheme's card is currently one year; however, this duration should be extended. Furthermore, relevant individuals should be notified before their "Chiranjeev" (Chief Minister Ayushman Arogya) card expires.
Dharmendra Kumar Verma observed that the observance of World Health Day underscores the fact that health remains our paramount concern. Today, a vast number of people are grappling with difficulties stemming from lifestyle-related diseases and health issues linked to climate change. This day is dedicated to empowering individuals to evaluate their personal self-care practices, as well as their approach toward caring for others.
The core message of World Health Day is that all people—without exception—must have access to high-quality medical treatment, as this constitutes their fundamental right.
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