Discuss in general the concept of burden of TB and how it is measured.

The learner will be able to explain the transmission of TB.

Discuss the necessary challenges and evolution of TB treatment leading up to the introduction of Chemotherapy.

Provide insight into the evolution and key components of the NTP Era.

Provide insight into the evolution and key components of the RNTCP Era.

• The National Tuberculosis Elimination Program (NTEP) is the public health initiative of the Government of India that organizes the country’s Tuberculosis Elimination efforts. 
• NTEP is a centrally sponsored scheme being implemented under the aegis of the National Health Mission with resources sharing between the State Governments and the Central Government.
• The program provides various free of cost, quality tuberculosis diagnosis and treatment services across the country.
• Vision
• Goals

Discuss the time frame, context and the components of the DOTS strategy.

Stop TB Strategy

End TB strategy and its pillars

Describe the critical stages in the evolution of the TB control program in India from the pre-NTP era, to RNTCP, and NTEP.

Mention critical progress made in the transition.