Health Committees in India & Their Alternate Names

Health Committee	Year	Also Known As	Key Recommendations
Bhore Committee	1946	Health Survey & Development Committee	Universal Health Coverage (UHC), Three-Tier Health System (PHC, CHC, DH)
Mudaliar Committee	1962	Health Survey & Planning Committee	Set norms for doctor-population ratio, specialist services
Chadha Committee	1963	National Malaria Eradication Programme (NMEP) Review Committee	Introduced Basic Health Workers (BHWs) for family planning
Mukherjee Committee	1965	Committee on Integration of Health Services	Recommended integration of malaria services with PHCs
Jungalwalla Committee	1967	Committee on Integration of Health Services	Suggested Unified Health Services under a single administration
Kartar Singh Committee	1973	Multipurpose Health Workers Committee	Suggested Multipurpose Health Workers (MPHWs) at PHC level
Shrivastav Committee	1975	Group on Medical Education & Support Manpower	Proposed Village Health Guides (VHGs)
Rural Health Scheme Committee	1977	Community Health Worker Scheme	Recommended training Community Health Workers (CHWs)
ICSSR & ICMR Committee	1980	Committee on Social Determinants of Health	Focused on Public Health Research & Social Factors in Health
Bajaj Committee	1986	Committee on Medical Education	Strengthening Medical & Health Worker Training
Jain Committee	1987	Committee on Ayurveda in PHCs	Suggested Integration of Ayurveda with PHC Services
Krishnan Committee	1989	Committee on Health Insurance for Poor	Recommended Health Insurance Scheme for weaker sections
Ranjit Roy Chaudhury Committee	2013	Committee on Clinical Trials & Ethics	Set Ethical Guidelines for Clinical Trials in India

✅ Key Takeaways for Competitive Exams:

• Bhore = Health Survey & Development Committee (First Major Health Plan in India).
• Mudaliar = Health Survey & Planning Committee (Specialist Services, Doctor-Patient Ratio).
• Shrivastav = Group on Medical Education (Village Health Guides).
• Ranjit Roy Chaudhury = Clinical Trial Ethics Committee.

National Health Programs in India

🔹 The Government of India has launched various National Health Programs to tackle major health challenges such as communicable diseases, maternal and child health, nutrition, and non-communicable diseases.
🔹 These programs aim to improve public health, provide universal healthcare, and strengthen the health system.

✅ Key for Exams:

• Focus areas: Disease control, maternal & child health, nutrition, sanitation, lifestyle diseases.
• Implemented by: Ministry of Health & Family Welfare (MoHFW).

2. List of Major National Health Programs in India

Program Name	Year Launched	Objective
National Tuberculosis Elimination Program (NTEP)	1962 (Revised in 2020)	Eliminate TB by 2025, Free diagnosis & treatment.
National Leprosy Eradication Program (NLEP)	1983	Early detection & treatment of Leprosy (Hansen’s disease).
National Vector Borne Disease Control Program (NVBDCP)	2003	Control Malaria, Dengue, Chikungunya, Filariasis, Japanese Encephalitis, Kala-azar.
Revised National Polio Eradication Program	1995	Eradicate Polio through Universal Immunization.
National AIDS Control Program (NACP)	1992	Reduce HIV/AIDS transmission, Free ART (Antiretroviral Therapy).
Universal Immunization Program (UIP)	1985	Free vaccines for preventable diseases (DPT, MMR, Hepatitis B, Polio, etc.).
National Programme for Control of Blindness (NPCB)	1976	Reduce blindness prevalence through cataract surgery & eye care.
National Mental Health Program (NMHP)	1982	Community-based mental healthcare services.
National Iodine Deficiency Disorder Control Program (NIDDCP)	1992	Prevent goiter, hypothyroidism through Iodized Salt.
Janani Suraksha Yojana (JSY)	2005	Cash incentives for institutional deliveries to reduce MMR & IMR.
Rashtriya Bal Swasthya Karyakram (RBSK)	2013	Screening for 4Ds (Defects at Birth, Diseases, Deficiencies, Disabilities) in children.
Ayushman Bharat – PM Jan Arogya Yojana (PM-JAY)	2018	Free health insurance up to ₹5 Lakh for poor families.
Rashtriya Kishor Swasthya Karyakram (RKSK)	2014	Adolescent health, Nutrition, Menstrual Hygiene, Sexual Education.
National Program for Prevention & Control of Cancer, Diabetes, Cardiovascular Diseases & Stroke (NPCDCS)	2010	Control of NCDs (Diabetes, Hypertension, Cancer, Stroke).
Poshan Abhiyan (National Nutrition Mission)	2018	Reduce malnutrition, anemia, low birth weight among women & children.
Indradhanush Mission	2014	Boost Immunization in underserved areas.
Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY)	2017	Maternity benefit scheme – ₹5,000 financial aid to pregnant women.
National Oral Health Program (NOHP)	2014	Improve oral health & dental care.
National Health Mission (NHM)	2013	Strengthen healthcare services in rural & urban areas.

✅ Key for Exams:

• NTEP = TB elimination by 2025.
• JSY & PMMVY = Maternal health programs.
• NPCDCS = Controls NCDs (Diabetes, Hypertension, Cancer, Stroke).
• Ayushman Bharat = Free ₹5 Lakh health insurance.

3. Quick Revision

Category	Health Programs
Communicable Diseases	NTEP (TB), NLEP (Leprosy), NVBDCP (Vector Diseases), NACP (HIV/AIDS), UIP (Immunization), Polio Eradication
Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs)	NPCDCS (Cancer, Diabetes, Stroke), NMHP (Mental Health), NOHP (Oral Health), NPCB (Blindness)
Maternal & Child Health	JSY (Safe Delivery), PMMVY (Maternity Benefits), RBSK (Child Health), RKSK (Adolescent Health), Poshan Abhiyan (Nutrition)
Health Insurance	Ayushman Bharat – PM-JAY (₹5 Lakh Health Insurance)
Public Health & Nutrition	NIDDCP (Iodine Deficiency), NHM (Rural & Urban Health), Poshan Abhiyan (Nutrition)

4. Key Takeaways for Competitive Exams

✅ TB Elimination = NTEP (Target: 2025).
✅ Polio Eradication = UIP (Universal Immunization Program).
✅ Maternal & Child Health = JSY (Institutional Delivery), PMMVY (Financial Aid to Pregnant Women).
✅ Cancer, Diabetes, Heart Disease = NPCDCS (Non-Communicable Diseases Program).
✅ Ayushman Bharat = ₹5 Lakh Free Health Insurance for Poor Families.

Mukhyamantri Amrutum (MA) Yojana: Cashless medical treatment for BPL families up to ₹3 lakh.

Khilkhilat Scheme: Safe postnatal transportation for mothers and newborns.Doodh Sanjeevani Yojana: Fortified milk distribution to combat child malnutrition in tribal areas.

Chiranjeevi Yojana: Free institutional deliveries to reduce maternal and infant mortality.

1. Reproductive and Child Health (RCH) Program

🔹 Launch Year: 1997
🔹 Objective: To reduce maternal, newborn, and child mortality & morbidity and promote reproductive health.

✅ Key Features:

• Family planning & contraceptive services.
• Safe motherhood (Antenatal & Postnatal care).
• Immunization for newborns.
• Prevention & management of reproductive tract infections (RTIs) & sexually transmitted infections (STIs).

✅ Key for Exams:

• RCH is part of NHM (National Health Mission).
• Safe motherhood, Family planning, Child health are core areas.

2. Integrated Disease Surveillance Program (IDSP)

🔹 Launch Year: 2004
🔹 Objective: Early detection, prevention, and control of outbreaks of communicable & non-communicable diseases.

✅ Key Features:

• Real-time disease monitoring via IDSP portal.
• Early warning system for epidemics (Dengue, Malaria, COVID-19).
• Community-level disease surveillance units at district & state levels.

✅ Key for Exams:

• Monitors communicable & non-communicable diseases.
• Uses laboratory surveillance & real-time reporting.

3. Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn, Child, and Adolescent Health (RMNCH+A) Program

🔹 Launch Year: 2013
🔹 Objective: Holistic approach to reproductive, maternal, newborn, child, and adolescent health.

✅ Key Features:

• Covers Pregnancy, Childbirth, Postnatal & Newborn Care.
• Focus on Adolescent Health (Menstrual hygiene, Anemia prevention, Sexual education).
• Convergence of services with Rashtriya Bal Swasthya Karyakram (RBSK), National Iron Plus Initiative (NIPI), and Family Planning programs.

✅ Key for Exams:

• RMNCH+A integrates services across all life stages.
• Focuses on Women’s Health, Child Nutrition, and Adolescent Health.

4. Micro-Nutrient Supplementation Program (MNP)

🔹 Launch Year: 1991 (Part of National Nutrition Policy)
🔹 Objective: Prevent micronutrient deficiencies (Iron, Vitamin A, Iodine, Zinc).

✅ Key Features:

• Iron Folic Acid (IFA) Supplementation for pregnant women & adolescents.
• Vitamin A supplementation to prevent night blindness in children.
• Iodized salt promotion for goiter prevention.
• Deworming campaigns to improve nutrient absorption.

✅ Key for Exams:

• MNP prevents anemia, night blindness, goiter, and malnutrition.
• Closely linked to ICDS & Poshan Abhiyan.

5. Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS)

🔹 Launch Year: 1975
🔹 Objective: Improve child nutrition, early childhood care & maternal health.

✅ Key Features:

• Services provided through Anganwadi Centers.
• Supplementary nutrition for children <6 years & pregnant/lactating mothers.
• Immunization, health check-ups, and referral services.
• Preschool education for children 3–6 years.

✅ Key for Exams:

• ICDS is India’s largest child development program.
• Provides Nutrition, Healthcare, Preschool education.

6. National Mental Health Program (NMHP)

🔹 Launch Year: 1982
🔹 Objective: Provide mental health services at all healthcare levels and reduce stigma.

✅ Key Features:

• Integration of mental health with primary healthcare.
• District Mental Health Program (DMHP) for decentralized services.
• Training of healthcare professionals to diagnose & treat mental illnesses.
• Suicide prevention & stress management programs.

✅ Key for Exams:

• NMHP integrates mental health into PHC services.
• District Mental Health Program (DMHP) strengthens decentralized care.

7. Rashtriya Arogya Nidhi (RAN)

🔹 Launch Year: 1997
🔹 Objective: Provide financial assistance for poor patients undergoing treatment for life-threatening diseases.

✅ Key Features:

• Financial support for BPL families for critical illnesses.
• Covers diseases like cancer, renal failure, cardiac surgeries, neurological disorders.
• Funds are provided through State Illness Assistance Funds (SIAF).

✅ Key for Exams:

• RAN supports BPL patients for expensive medical treatments.
• Implemented through State & Central Funds.

8. National Program for Healthcare of the Elderly (NPHCE)

🔹 Launch Year: 2010
🔹 Objective: Comprehensive healthcare for senior citizens (60+ years).

✅ Key Features:

• Geriatric OPD & Special Clinics in district hospitals.
• Home-based care & physiotherapy for bedridden elderly.
• Training of healthcare professionals in geriatric care.
• Linked with Ayushman Bharat for free treatment.

✅ Key for Exams:

• NPHCE focuses on elderly healthcare & geriatric services.
• Provides home-based care & physiotherapy.

9. National Program for Climate Change and Human Health (NPCCHH)

🔹 Launch Year: 2018
🔹 Objective: Address health issues arising due to climate change.

✅ Key Features:

• Research on climate-sensitive diseases (Heatstroke, Vector-borne diseases).
• Development of Climate-Resilient Healthcare Infrastructure.
• Capacity building for health workers on climate change impact.

✅ Key for Exams:

• NPCCHH addresses health threats due to environmental changes.
• Focuses on heatwaves, floods, and air pollution-related diseases.

10. Quick Revision

Program Name	Objective	Key Focus Areas
RCH (1997)	Improve maternal & child health	Family planning, Antenatal care, Immunization
IDSP (2004)	Disease surveillance	Early detection, outbreak control
RMNCH+A (2013)	Comprehensive reproductive & child health	Pregnancy, Newborn, Adolescent care
MNP (1991)	Prevent micronutrient deficiency	Vitamin A, Iodine, Iron, Deworming
ICDS (1975)	Child & maternal nutrition	Anganwadi services, Preschool education
NMHP (1982)	Improve mental health services	District Mental Health Program, Suicide Prevention
Rashtriya Arogya Nidhi (1997)	Financial aid for critical illness	Support for BPL families (Cancer, Kidney Failure)
NPHCE (2010)	Healthcare for elderly	Geriatric care, Home-based services
NPCCHH (2018)	Address climate change health impact	Heatwaves, Air pollution, Vector-borne diseases

Key Takeaways for Exams:

✅ RCH & RMNCH+A focus on maternal & child health.
✅ IDSP is for disease surveillance & epidemic control.
✅ ICDS provides nutrition, healthcare & preschool education.
✅ NMHP ensures mental health services at all levels.
✅ NPHCE provides geriatric care for elderly citizens.
✅ NPCCHH deals with climate change & health effects

School Health Programme (SHP)

🔹 The School Health Programme (SHP) is a comprehensive initiative aimed at promoting and protecting the health of school children through preventive, promotive, and curative healthcare services.
🔹 It was initially introduced under the National Rural Health Mission (NRHM) and later integrated into Ayushman Bharat as part of the Rashtriya Bal Swasthya Karyakram (RBSK).

✅ Key for Exams:

• Ensures school children’s health, nutrition, and hygiene.
• Integrated with Rashtriya Bal Swasthya Karyakram (RBSK) & Ayushman Bharat.

2. Objectives of the School Health Programme

🔹 Acronym: “HEALTH” (Health, Education, Awareness, Lifestyle, Treatment, Hygiene)

Objective	Description
H – Health Promotion	Promotes healthy habits and lifestyle changes in school children.
E – Early Detection & Treatment	Screening for anemia, vision defects, hearing loss, malnutrition, dental problems, and learning disabilities.
A – Awareness & Life Skills	Educating students on nutrition, personal hygiene, mental health, substance abuse prevention, and reproductive health.
L – Lifestyle & Physical Activity	Encourages sports, yoga, and an active lifestyle.
T – Treatment & Referral Services	Provides free treatment and referrals for detected health conditions.
H – Hygiene & Sanitation	Promotes safe drinking water, menstrual hygiene, handwashing practices, and sanitation in schools.

✅ Key for Exams:

• Focuses on Prevention, Treatment, Awareness, and Hygiene.
• Includes screening, counseling, and referrals for treatment.

3. Key Components of the School Health Programme

🔹 Acronym: “SHAPE” (Screening, Health Promotion, Awareness, Preventive Services, Emergency Care)

Component	Key Features
1. Screening & Early Intervention	Regular health check-ups for students (vision, hearing, anemia, malnutrition, dental health, learning disorders).
2. Health Promotion Activities	Nutritional education, mental health awareness, physical activity sessions, yoga, and stress management.
3. Awareness on Common Health Issues	Menstrual hygiene, personal hygiene, substance abuse prevention, reproductive health, and safe sanitation.
4. Preventive Health Services	Immunization, deworming, iron & folic acid supplementation, and adolescent health education.
5. Emergency & Referral Services	First-aid training, school health emergency response, referral of serious cases to higher health facilities.

✅ Key for Exams:

• SHAPE = Screening + Awareness + Preventive + Health Promotion + Emergency Care.
• Covers mental, physical & nutritional health.

4. Implementation of the School Health Programme under Ayushman Bharat

🔹 Under Ayushman Bharat, SHP is implemented as a joint initiative of the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare (MoHFW) and the Ministry of Education.
🔹 The program is led by trained School Health Ambassadors (teachers) and supported by Primary Health Centers (PHCs) & Rashtriya Bal Swasthya Karyakram (RBSK) teams.

✅ Key Activities:

• Annual Health Screening (Under RBSK).
• Biannual De-worming Drive (National Deworming Day – NDD).
• Weekly Iron-Folic Acid Supplementation (WIFS).
• Mental health awareness & counseling sessions.
• COVID-19 awareness & vaccination initiatives.

✅ Key for Exams:

• SHP is part of Ayushman Bharat & linked with RBSK.
• Implemented by School Health Ambassadors & PHCs.

5. Beneficiaries of the School Health Programme

🔹 The program targets:
✅ Students in government & government-aided schools (Ages 5-18 years).
✅ Adolescents under Rashtriya Kishor Swasthya Karyakram (RKSK).
✅ Teachers & parents through health education.

✅ Key for Exams:

• Covers school children (5-18 years) & adolescents.
• Teachers act as Health Ambassadors.

6. Challenges in Implementation of SHP

🔹 Acronym: “LITE” (Lack, Inadequacy, Training, Engagement)

Challenge	Description
L – Lack of Infrastructure	Inadequate medical facilities, lack of separate toilets, and poor school hygiene.
I – Inadequate Health Workers	Shortage of school health professionals, nurses, and counselors.
T – Training Gaps	Need for better training for school health ambassadors and teachers.
E – Engagement Issues	Low parental & teacher participation, cultural taboos regarding adolescent health.

✅ Key for Exams:

• Major issues: Lack of doctors, poor facilities, low awareness.
• Needs better training & school-health collaboration.

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7. Key Related Initiatives

🔹 Integrated with other health programs:

Initiative	Focus Area
Rashtriya Bal Swasthya Karyakram (RBSK)	School health screening, free treatment.
National Deworming Day (NDD)	Deworming tablets to schoolchildren.
Weekly Iron & Folic Acid Supplementation (WIFS)	Prevention of anemia.
Swachh Bharat – Swachh Vidyalaya	School hygiene, safe drinking water.
Rashtriya Kishor Swasthya Karyakram (RKSK)	Adolescent health, menstrual hygiene.

✅ Key for Exams:

• SHP is linked to RBSK, WIFS, NDD & Swachh Bharat.
• Focus on hygiene, nutrition & adolescent health.

8. Quick Revision

Aspect	Key Points
Objective	Improve health & well-being of schoolchildren
Implemented By	MoHFW & Ministry of Education
Key Components (SHAPE)	Screening, Health Promotion, Awareness, Preventive Services, Emergency Care
Target Group	School children (5-18 years), Teachers, Parents
Linked Programs	RBSK, NDD, WIFS, Swachh Bharat, RKSK
Challenges (LITE)	Lack of infra, Inadequate health workers, Training gaps, Engagement issues

9. Key

✅ School Health Programme (SHP) is under Ayushman Bharat.
✅ Implemented by Health & Education Ministries with School Health Ambassadors.
✅ Covers Screening, Nutrition, Hygiene, Immunization & Mental Health.
✅ Linked with RBSK, NDD, WIFS & Swachh Bharat.
✅ Focus on Early Detection, Health Awareness & Preventive Care.

International & National Health Agencies

1. International Health Agencies

🔹 These agencies work globally to improve public health, prevent diseases, and strengthen healthcare systems.

Agency	Full Form	Established Year	Headquarters	Key Functions
WHO	World Health Organization	1948	Geneva, Switzerland	Global health policies, Disease eradication, Public health research
UNICEF	United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund	1946	New York, USA	Child nutrition, Immunization, Water & sanitation
FAO	Food and Agriculture Organization	1945	Rome, Italy	Food security, Nutrition programs, Agriculture research
UNFPA	United Nations Population Fund	1969	New York, USA	Family planning, Maternal health, Gender equality
ILO	International Labour Organization	1919	Geneva, Switzerland	Worker safety, Occupational health, Social security
World Bank	–	1944	Washington, D.C., USA	Healthcare funding, Disease control projects
Red Cross (ICRC & IFRC)	International Committee of the Red Cross & International Federation of Red Cross	1863	Geneva, Switzerland	Humanitarian aid, Disaster relief, First-aid services
GAVI	Global Alliance for Vaccines and Immunization	2000	Geneva, Switzerland	Immunization programs, Vaccine distribution
CDC	Centers for Disease Control and Prevention	1946	Atlanta, USA	Disease surveillance, Epidemic control
WFP	World Food Programme	1961	Rome, Italy	Emergency food aid, Nutrition improvement

✅ Key for Exams:

• WHO = Global health leader (Founded in 1948, HQ in Geneva).
• UNICEF = Child health & immunization (HQ in New York).
• FAO = Food & nutrition security (HQ in Rome).
• ILO = Occupational health & worker safety.

2. National Health Agencies

🔹 These agencies are responsible for implementing health policies, disease control programs, and healthcare system development in India.

Agency	Full Form	Established Year	Headquarters	Key Functions
MoHFW	Ministry of Health & Family Welfare	1947	New Delhi	Policy-making, National health programs, Disease control
ICMR	Indian Council of Medical Research	1911	New Delhi	Medical research, Epidemiological studies
NACO	National AIDS Control Organization	1992	New Delhi	HIV/AIDS control, ART treatment, Awareness programs
FSSAI	Food Safety and Standards Authority of India	2006	New Delhi	Food safety, Regulation of food products
NCDC	National Centre for Disease Control	1963	New Delhi	Disease surveillance, Outbreak control
AIIMS	All India Institute of Medical Sciences	1956	New Delhi	Medical education, Super-specialty healthcare
NHM	National Health Mission	2013	New Delhi	Strengthening PHCs, CHCs, Maternal & child health
ESIC	Employees’ State Insurance Corporation	1952	New Delhi	Healthcare for workers, Occupational health
RNTCP (Now NTEP)	Revised National Tuberculosis Control Program (Now National TB Elimination Program)	1997	New Delhi	TB control, DOTS strategy
CGHS	Central Government Health Scheme	1954	New Delhi	Healthcare services for central government employees
PMJAY	Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (Under Ayushman Bharat)	2018	New Delhi	₹5 lakh free health insurance for poor families
CDSCO	Central Drugs Standard Control Organization	1940	New Delhi	Regulation of drugs, vaccines, and medical devices
NIMHANS	National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences	1974	Bengaluru	Mental health research, Psychiatry training
RCI	Rehabilitation Council of India	1992	New Delhi	Rehabilitation for disabled persons
INCLEN	International Clinical Epidemiology Network (India Chapter)	1979	New Delhi	Clinical research, Epidemiology studies

✅ Key for Exams:

• ICMR = Medical research & disease studies (Founded in 1911, HQ in New Delhi).
• NACO = HIV/AIDS control & ART treatment.
• FSSAI = Food safety & nutrition regulations.
• NCDC = Epidemic control & disease surveillance.
• NHM = Strengthening PHCs & CHCs for universal health coverage.

3. Quick Revision

Category	International Agency	National Agency (India)
General Health Policy	WHO (World Health Organization)	MoHFW (Ministry of Health & Family Welfare)
Child & Maternal Health	UNICEF, UNFPA	NHM, RCH, RBSK
Food & Nutrition	FAO, WFP	FSSAI, Poshan Abhiyan
Disease Surveillance	CDC, GAVI	NCDC, IDSP
Medical Research	WHO, ICMR	ICMR, AIIMS
HIV/AIDS Control	UNAIDS	NACO
Drug Regulation	FDA (USA), WHO GMP	CDSCO
Mental Health	WHO (Mental Health Division)	NIMHANS
Epidemic & TB Control	WHO (STOP TB Partnership)	RNTCP/NTEP

4. Key

✅ WHO (HQ: Geneva) = Global health leader, founded in 1948.
✅ UNICEF (HQ: New York) = Child health & immunization.
✅ ICMR (HQ: New Delhi) = India’s top medical research body.
✅ NCDC (HQ: New Delhi) = India’s center for disease surveillance.
✅ NHM = Strengthens India’s healthcare infrastructure.
✅ CDSCO = Regulates drugs & vaccines in India.

he World Health Organization (WHO) selects a specific theme each year for World Health Day, observed on April 7th, to highlight pressing global health issues.

• 2024:My Health, My Right
  • This theme emphasizes the fundamental human right to access quality health services, education, safe drinking water, clean air, good nutrition, quality housing, and freedom from discrimination.
• 2023:Health For All
  • In 2023, WHO focused on the goal of achieving universal health coverage, ensuring that everyone, everywhere, can access essential health services without financial hardship.
• 2022:Our Planet, Our Health
  • This theme highlighted the interconnection between the planet’s health and human health, urging global action to address environmental issues impacting well-being.
• 2021:Building a Fairer, Healthier World
  • WHO emphasized the need to eliminate health inequities and promote fairness, especially in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic, which exposed and exacerbated health disparities.
• 2020:Support Nurses and Midwives
  • Recognizing the critical role of nurses and midwives in healthcare systems worldwide, this theme called for increased support and investment in the nursing and midwifery workforce.

Important Full Forms in Community Health Nursing

1. General Health & Nursing Organizations

Acronym	Full Form
WHO	World Health Organization
UNICEF	United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund
ICMR	Indian Council of Medical Research
MoHFW	Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
NHM	National Health Mission
AIIMS	All India Institute of Medical Sciences
NCDC	National Centre for Disease Control
FSSAI	Food Safety and Standards Authority of India
NACO	National AIDS Control Organization
CGHS	Central Government Health Scheme
ESIC	Employees’ State Insurance Corporation

2. Maternal & Child Health

Acronym	Full Form
RCH	Reproductive and Child Health
RMNCH+A	Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn, Child, and Adolescent Health
JSY	Janani Suraksha Yojana
JSSK	Janani Shishu Suraksha Karyakram
PMMVY	Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana
RBSK	Rashtriya Bal Swasthya Karyakram
ICDS	Integrated Child Development Services
RKSK	Rashtriya Kishor Swasthya Karyakram
WIFS	Weekly Iron and Folic Acid Supplementation
NDD	National Deworming Day

3. Communicable & Non-Communicable Disease Control

Acronym	Full Form
NTEP	National Tuberculosis Elimination Program (Previously RNTCP)
NLEP	National Leprosy Eradication Program
NVBDCP	National Vector Borne Disease Control Program
IDSP	Integrated Disease Surveillance Program
NACP	National AIDS Control Program
NPCDCS	National Program for Prevention and Control of Cancer, Diabetes, Cardiovascular Diseases & Stroke
NMHP	National Mental Health Program
NOHP	National Oral Health Program
NPCBVI	National Program for Control of Blindness & Visual Impairment
NPHCE	National Program for Health Care of the Elderly

4. Nutrition & Public Health

Acronym	Full Form
MNP	Micro-Nutrient Supplementation Program
NNM	National Nutrition Mission (Poshan Abhiyan)
NIDDCP	National Iodine Deficiency Disorder Control Program
ICDS	Integrated Child Development Services
FFS	Fortified Food Supplementation

5. Health Insurance & Financial Assistance

Acronym	Full Form
PMJAY	Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana
RAN	Rashtriya Arogya Nidhi
MA Yojana	Mukhyamantri Amrutum Yojana (Gujarat)
CMCHIS	Chief Minister’s Comprehensive Health Insurance Scheme (Tamil Nadu)

6. Occupational & Environmental Health

Acronym	Full Form
ESIS	Employees’ State Insurance Scheme
ILO	International Labour Organization
NPCCHH	National Program for Climate Change and Human Health
CPCB	Central Pollution Control Board

7. Important Community Health Terms & Abbreviations

Acronym	Full Form
PHC	Primary Health Centre
SC	Sub-Centre
CHC	Community Health Centre
ANM	Auxiliary Nurse Midwife
ASHA	Accredited Social Health Activist
AWW	Anganwadi Worker
VHN	Village Health Nurse
LHV	Lady Health Visitor
HWC	Health & Wellness Centre
BCC	Behaviour Change Communication
IEC	Information, Education, and Communication
IMR	Infant Mortality Rate
MMR	Maternal Mortality Rate
CBR	Crude Birth Rate
CDR	Crude Death Rate
TFR	Total Fertility Rate
DALY	Disability Adjusted Life Years
QALY	Quality Adjusted Life Years

8. Health Surveys & Reports

Acronym	Full Form
NFHS	National Family Health Survey
SRS	Sample Registration System
DLHS	District Level Household Survey
AHS	Annual Health Survey

9. Immunization & Disease Prevention

Acronym	Full Form
UIP	Universal Immunization Program
NIS	National Immunization Schedule
BCG	Bacillus Calmette–Guérin (TB Vaccine)
OPV	Oral Polio Vaccine
IPV	Inactivated Polio Vaccine
MR Vaccine	Measles-Rubella Vaccine
JE Vaccine	Japanese Encephalitis Vaccine

10. Emergency & Disaster Response

Acronym	Full Form
NDMA	National Disaster Management Authority
SDRF	State Disaster Response Force
NDRF	National Disaster Response Force
CRED	Centre for Research on the Epidemiology of Disaster