Introduction
The President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu, attended the International Sickle Cell Day commemoration in Madhya Pradesh on June 19, 2026. This event highlights the initiatives and challenges in managing sickle cell disease.
Significant Achievements
The National Sickle Cell Anaemia Elimination Mission achieved its screening target ahead of time, screening seven crore individuals, a landmark in genetic disease screening globally.
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