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Pathak vows to strengthen public health, transparency, good governance and public welfare

Badaun, Uttar Pradesh: Uttar Pradesh Legislative Council Member Vagish Pathak has been nominated as a member of three important committees of the Uttar Pradesh Legislative Council, marking a significant responsibility in his legislative and public service journey.

Pathak has been entrusted with membership of the Rules Revision Committee, the Questions and References Committee, and the committee dealing with the prevention of public health problems caused by food adulteration and the circulation of counterfeit medicines.

Following his nomination, Pathak met Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and expressed his gratitude for the opportunity and responsibility entrusted to him.

He also conveyed his heartfelt appreciation and gratitude to the Chairman of the Uttar Pradesh Legislative Council, Kunwar Manvendra Pratap Singh, and Deputy Chief Minister and Leader of the House in the Legislative Council, Keshav Prasad Maurya, for their support and for entrusting him with responsibilities in these important committees.

Expressing his views on the occasion, Vagish Pathak said that the opportunity to serve on these key committees was a matter of great honour and pride for him.

“This responsibility is not merely a position, but an opportunity that further strengthens my commitment to public service. I will work with complete dedication, honesty and commitment to effectively address every issue related to public interest through these committees,” Pathak said.

Highlighting the importance of the committee dealing with food adulteration and counterfeit medicines, Pathak said that these issues directly affect the health and safety of the public and require serious and effective intervention.

“Preventing food adulteration and the circulation of counterfeit medicines is an extremely important issue related to public health. Every possible effort will be made to contribute meaningfully towards addressing such concerns,” he said.

Pathak further stated that through the Questions and References Committee and the Rules Revision Committee, he would strive to contribute towards making governance more effective, transparent and responsive to the needs of the people.

He said that the concerns, expectations and suggestions of the public would remain a priority in the discharge of his responsibilities. His focus, he added, would remain on issues related to public health, good governance, transparency and public welfare.

The nomination to three key committees provides Vagish Pathak with an important platform to contribute further to legislative functioning and public welfare. He reaffirmed his commitment to carrying out the responsibilities entrusted to him with sincerity, accountability and dedication towards the people of Uttar Pradesh.

  •  Uttar Pradesh Government
  •  Uttar Pradesh Politics
  •  Vagish Pathak
  •  yogi adityanath

 

 



Campaign Sets Goal of Reaching 3.5 Crore Women Under “Breast Cancer Free 2030” Initiative

New Delhi: India Turns Pink and Pink Ribbon International have jointly launched a major collaboration aimed at strengthening breast health awareness, prevention, early detection, screening, research, and support services across India.

The collaboration was formally announced at a programme titled “Pink Ribbon Foundation & India Turns Pink Global Launch” held at the Constitution Club of India, New Delhi.

Working since 2013 with the mission “Early Detection Saves Lives,” India Turns Pink has been undertaking breast cancer awareness and free screening initiatives through CSR collaborations and community-based programmes. Pink Ribbon International, meanwhile, has been supporting breast cancer research, prevention, awareness and early-detection programmes across 96 countries.

As part of the new collaboration, Pink Ribbon Foundation India will be established as a national platform dedicated to strengthening efforts towards breast cancer prevention and eradication. The initiative will be guided by the vision “BREAST CANCER FREE 2030”, with a particular focus on improving access to breast health awareness, screening and early-detection services for women across India.

The programme was enlightened by Mr. Nico Schiettekatte, Counsellor for Health, Welfare & Sport, Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in India.

Dr. Jyothshna Tirunagari, National Spokesperson, TDP and President of Samskara Foundation, attended the programme as a Chief Guest.

The event also witnessed the presence of several distinguished Guests of Honour, including AVM Manoj Kumar Mehra, Vishisht Seva Medal, PhD (Retd.); Dr. Rakhi Mehra, Professor and HOD, Ishan Ayurvedic Medical College and Research Centre, Noida; and Mrs. Mallika Thangeshwaran, former Advisory Panel Member, New Delhi Region, Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC), Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, Government of India.

Leadership Behind the Initiative

The launch was led by Mr. P. A. Ananda Kumar, Founder & President, India Turns Pink, along with IT Secretary Mr. Annamalai Saravanan and Vice President Mr. Surya.

Representing Pink Ribbon International were Mr. Walter, Founder & Director, Pink Ribbon International, and Ms. Fionnuala Shannon, Director of Global Operations, Pink Ribbon International.

The India Turns Pink team members who participated in the programme included Mrs. Sarita Chauhan, Secretary, Delhi NCR; Ms. Vishali, Organising Secretary; and Ms. Aarthi, Secretary – Screening, along with other members of the organization.

Project Coordinators Ms. Prithiusha, Ms. Preethiga, Ms. Brindha and Ms. Rolanda also participated in the launch programme.

Nationwide Campaigns Planned

Under the collaboration, the organizations plan to undertake a series of nationwide initiatives to expand breast health awareness and early-detection services. These include:

  • Women First Programme
  • Airports Turn Pink India
  • Colleges Turn Pink India
  • K2K National Awareness Campaign
  • Corporate Turns Pink
  • Scientific Research Fund
  • AI Health Innovation Hub

According to the organizers, the movement aims to reach 3.5 crore women across India, creating greater awareness about breast health and the importance of early detection, particularly among young women.

The organizations emphasized that early detection can play a crucial role in improving outcomes and reducing the impact of breast cancer. They called upon women, families, educational institutions, corporates, healthcare professionals and the wider community to come together and carry the message forward as a national movement for women's health.

Speaking about the initiative, the organizers reiterated the campaign's core message:

“Early Detection Saves Lives.”

Women’s Health – Nation’s Wealth.