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Meet Abha S. Nongrum, a 7-year-old from Meghalaya, who has made the commitment in fighting against TB. Abha, a bright Class 2 student of Little Flower School, is not just any ordinary child. She is the youngest Nikshay Mitra from Meghalaya—a title given to those who pledge support to TB patients under the Government of India’s National TB Elimination Programme (NTEP). What makes her story extraordinary is not just her age, but her determination to make a difference. Abha isn’t just fighting TB—she’s also a Taekwondo champion, winning Silver Medal in State level sport and also a youngest Marathon winner when she was just 5 (five) years old. Abha is not alone in this fight. Across India, 253,809 Nikshay Mitras have stepped forward to support TB patients, with 314 in Meghalaya alone, committing to assist 2,327 patients. This growing movement is breaking the stigma around TB and proving that collective action can bring real change. Abha’s story teaches us that age is no barrier to making a difference. Her curiosity, kindness, and unwavering spirit remind us that the fight against TB isn’t just about medicine—it’s about compassion, community, and courage. The Government of India, through NTEP, is determined to achieve India TB-free by 2025—five years ahead of the global target