| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | Launch of National Action Plan on Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) 2.0 |
| Launch Date | 18 November 2025 |
| Launched By | Union Health and Family Welfare Minister J.P. Nadda (New Delhi) |
| Coverage Period | 2025-2029 |
| Objective | Combat Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) through multi-sectoral action |
| Key Focus Areas | Human health, animal health, antibiotic regulation, private sector engagement |
| Major Challenges | Overuse/misuse of antibiotics, coordination gaps, low public awareness |
| Global Alignment | WHO Global Action Plan on AMR, One Health Approach |
| Key Strategies | Strengthen surveillance, regulate antibiotic use, enhance awareness, improve infection control |
| Economic Impact | Prolonged illnesses, higher mortality, increased healthcare costs |
| Affected Sectors | Hospitals, veterinary, agriculture, environment |
| Static Facts | AMR threatens surgeries, cancer therapy, ICU treatments |

