Melinda French Gates calls on President Murmu

December 06, 2022 21:00

Melinda French Gates, co-chair and trustee of the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation called on President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Tuesday.

The President said that the government of India is investing significantly in health and development through a range of flagship initiatives.

The government is making special efforts to ensure an inclusive approach, so that the benefits reach the most vulnerable and disadvantaged sections of society, Murmu said.

She expressed confidence that the foundation would also make efforts to reach those who are most in need -- whether they are women and girls, tribal communities, or those residing in remote parts of the country.

Murmu also highlighted the role of women in the overall development of the country, and called on the foundation to continue its efforts towards gender equality and women's empowerment.

The President appreciated the pioneering work of the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation in public health, infectious disease control and malaria and TB prevention.

She encouraged the foundation to also give attention to other serious ailments, such as sickle cell anemia, which particularly afflicts tribal communities.

The President also appreciated the good work of the foundation in the area of agricultural development, and urged the Foundation to consider starting cooperative marketing initiatives for minor forest produce in tribal areas.

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