Special Report: PM Modi Flags 'Silent Pandemic' of Antibiotic Resistance in Mann Ki Baat

In this special report, the focus is on the growing threat of Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) in India, a concern recently flagged by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in his 'Mann Ki Baat' address. The Prime Minister cited findings from the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) to highlight how antibiotics are losing effectiveness due to rampant misuse. The segment explains how common viral infections like the flu are often incorrectly treated with powerful antibiotics like Azithromycin and Amoxicillin. It also provides a practical guide for viewers to identify prescription-only drugs by looking for the 'Red Line' on medicine strips. The report emphasizes that 'misuse today means no cure tomorrow'.