‘Surakshit Hum Surakshit Tum Abhiyaan’ was launched by which of the following institutions?
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 1 i.e. NITI Aayog and Piramal Foundation.
“Surakshit Hum Surakshit Tum Abhiyaan” was launched jointly by NITI Aayog and the Piramal Foundation on 8 June 2021, targeting 112 Aspirational Districts across India. This initiative aimed to support district administrations in extending home‑care services to COVID‑19 patients who were asymptomatic or had mild symptoms, thereby alleviating pressure on healthcare infrastructure and improving community resilience.
Under the Aspirational Districts Collaborative, district magistrates, along with over 1,000 local NGOs, were tasked with recruiting and training more than 100,000 volunteers, each assisting approximately 20 families. Volunteers educated caregivers on COVID-19 protocols, provided psycho-social support, and served as a communication bridge with administrations.