AIDS Programs

One of the deadliest killers in the world, the human immunodeficiency virus or HIV is thriving across various mining sites of India. India’s National Mineral Policy 2008 has encouraged massive foreign investment in the mining segment besides introduction of latest technologies. However, the growing number of HIV cases has raised concern amongst the health and the government officials in India. Illegal mining or continued mining even after the expiry of leases has led to a sharp surge in the number of HIV infected people. However, the country’s mining segment claims to be operating in accordance with the Indian laws and implementing various measures outlined by the International Labor Organization (ILO) to prevent the spread of HIV/AIDS virus.