National Current Affairs
Gujarat CM Launches ‘Asha Van’ Mobile Unit for Cancer Detection
- 13 Jan 2026
- 2 min read
Why in News?
Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel inaugurated a mobile ‘Asha Van’ in Gandhinagar to provide early detection of cancer.
Key Points
- Facility: The Asha Van is a mobile diagnostic unit equipped with
- Enhanced Visual Assessment (EVA)‑Pro diagnostics, a mammography machine, and
- Tele‑consultation services for expert guidance.
- Types of Cancers Screened: It enables on-site screening for multiple cancers including lung, oral, blood, cervical, pancreatic, liver, breast, and prostate cancers using ultra-modern equipment.
- Support to Public Health Goal: The initiative supports the Prime Minister’s vision of “Health and Wellness for All” by improving early diagnosis and treatment outcomes.
- Handing Over to Red Cross: The Asha Van was handed over to the Bhavnagar branch of the Indian Red Cross Society.
- Focus on Rural Reach: The initiative brings advanced cancer screening to villages and remote areas, reducing barriers of distance and limited healthcare access.
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