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MyGov and the National Center for Vector Borne Diseases Control Division (NCVBDC) of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare invite students across India to design a poster and write a slogan on Lymphatic Filariasis (Haathipawn) from India.
Lymphatic Filariasis (LF), which is also known as Elephantiasis or Haathipawn, is a disfiguring and disabling disease caused by the bite of culex mosquito. This mosquito is responsible for spreading disease causing parasite called microfilaria into human body. This parasite takes years to develop in the body and symptoms may appear after 5-15 years of mosquito bite. Symptoms of filariasis include mild fever, swelling in legs, genitals and hands.
The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India, provides Morbidity Management and Disability Prevention (MMDP) kits for self-care among individuals with lymphoedema. Free-of-cost surgery is available for hydrocele patients at government health facilities.
In this context, National Centre for Vector Borne Diseases Control (NCVBDC) is organising an All-India Poster and Slogan Writing Competition on the mentioned subject through mygov.in web portal.
Eligibility Criteria
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Schools affiliated with CBSE, including Kendriya Vidyalaya, Navodaya Vidyalaya, and National Institute of Open Schooling, and schools affiliated to all State Boards and University students can participate in the Campaign and submit the best poster designs and slogans on the MyGov portal. The competition aims to enhance awareness among students regarding Lymphatic Filariasis.
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CATEGORY 1 – Class 6th – 8th.
CATEGORY 2 – Class 9th – 12th
CATEGORY 3 - Higher Education (UG, PG students from universities and technical institutions).
Topics of the Poster & Slogan Writing Competition
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Community togetherness against Lymphatic Filariasis.
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Promote Mass Drug Administration (MDA).
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Awareness about control and prevention of Culex mosquito.
Guidelines for Entries
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Use full chart paper to draw and write your slogan, text should be clear and readable.
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Submissions must encompass a "suitable & pertinent slogan."
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The entries can be submitted in English and Hindi language only.
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Size of the submission file shall not exceed 5 MB.
Selection Criteria
Language, Creativity, Writing skill, Simplicity, Alignment with topic.
How to Apply
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Read all the instructions carefully before applying.
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Fill the form carefully and submit your poster.
Click here to know more - https://innovateindia.mygov.in/lymphatic-challenge-2024/
Important Dates
Start Date – YES
End Date – 15th Sep 2024
