Bill Gates meets Health minister J P Nadda

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Press Trust of India New Delhi
Last Updated : Nov 17 2016 | 10:28 PM IST
Co-Chair and Trustee of Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, Bill Gates today called on Union Health Minister J P Nadda J P Nadda here today and discussed various issues relating to the health sector.
During the meeting, Gates expressed appreciation for the initiatives taken by the Ministry towards strengthening the health systems, particularly in expanding the coverage of immunisation through Mission Indradhanush, increasing the basket of vaccines and the choices for women in reproductive health care.
The Gates Foundation reinforced its commitment in supporting the government on shared health priorities, including the National Health Protection Scheme (NHPS), a statement said.

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First Published: Nov 17 2016 | 10:28 PM IST

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