AIIMS Nagpur, MUHS signs MoU to enhance research on Tribal health

The MoU will remain in force for five years, with provisions for renewal and termination as mutually agreed upon by both parties.

Speaking on this occasion, Sanjeev Choudhary said, “This will be an important academic research initiative for the Nagpur Centre of MUHS." He emphasized the importance of research tailored to the unique healthcare needs of tribal populations and the potential impact on improving healthcare delivery systems.

As per the Medical Buyer report, Lt. Gen. Madhuri Kanitkar and Dr Joshi expressed that the partnership between AIIMS Nagpur & MUHS represents a meaningful step toward achieving greater health equality in Maharashtra, particularly for underprivileged tribal communities. The focus on tribal health will include research on prevalent diseases, healthcare delivery models, and the integration of traditional knowledge with modern medical practices to enhance health outcomes.

Further, Dr Prashant Joshi told TOI, "Through this agreement, an important step has been taken towards solving the health problems of the tribal community. Tribal health is an important topic and needs more research. This agreement will give us more resources, expert guidance and new avenues towards research. The MoU will open a new chapter in the field of research.”

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