HT Correspondent
AGARTALA: Aug 19. Tripura chief minister Manik Saha, on Monday, said that the state government is working to reduce the number of HIV/AIDS cases to zero.
He also directed that syringes should not be sold without a proper prescription.
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Saha, who is also the health minister of the state, recently chaired a review meeting on HIV/AIDS.
Regarding this matter, Saha clarified that a previous report incorrectly stated that 46 patients died due to HIV/AIDS. However, this data is cumulative from 2007 to 2024.
“So, I chaired a meeting. The number of HIV/AIDS cases in Tripura is much lower than in many other states. Awareness is necessary, and we must identify the source. Injectable syringes are being used, so I have directed that pharmacies cannot sell syringes without a prescription. Additionally, boys and girls aged 16 to 25 years from schools and colleges are affected. This age group is vulnerable. Teachers and guardians must take steps and initiatives,” said Dr. Saha.
Dr. Saha also urged social clubs and organizations to address this issue and directed the Tripura Police to maintain vigilance across the state.
“We are working to bring down the number of HIV/AIDS cases in the state to zero,” he added.
