About the Scheme
Multi-phase programme (I-V). NACP-IV (2012-17): ₹14,295 cr budget, reduced new infections by 50%. Phase-V (2021-26) approved with comprehensive HIV/AIDS prevention, care and treatment.
Target Beneficiaries: 5.6 million people reached through 1840 targeted intervention projects. Focus on high-risk groups: FSW, MSM, PWID, truckers.
Implementing Agency: National AIDS Control Organization (NACO) under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
Key Features
- Prevention services for high-risk groups and vulnerable populations.
- Comprehensive HIV testing and counselling services (ICTC).
- Provision of free Antiretroviral Therapy (ART) through dedicated centers.
- Prevention of Parent-to-Child Transmission (PPTCT) of HIV.
- Blood safety measures and surveillance.
- Community-led initiatives and social protection for PLHIV.
Eligibility Criteria
- All individuals seeking HIV testing and counseling services.
- Individuals diagnosed with HIV for Antiretroviral Therapy (ART) and related care.
- Pregnant women for PPTCT services.
- High-risk groups for targeted intervention and prevention services.
Benefits
- Access to free and confidential HIV testing and counseling.
- Free Antiretroviral Therapy (ART) for all eligible PLHIV.
- Prevention of mother-to-child transmission of HIV.
- Access to condoms and other prevention commodities.
- Support services and referrals for nutrition, psycho-social support, and opportunistic infection management.