Khammam, Sept.18 : Khammam District Collector T.S. Divakara called for wide-scale awareness campaigns across the region to make Khammam an HIV/AIDS-free district. Speaking at SR&BGNR Government Degree College on Friday, September 18, 2026, the Collector flagged off an AIDS awareness bike rally organized jointly by the Telangana State AIDS Control Society and the District Medical and Health Department.
The bike rally proceeded from SR&BGNR College to the Old Bus Stand, featuring active participation from students, voluntary organization representatives, and link workers. Participants carried placards displaying key messages on HIV prevention, control, and personal health protection to educate the public along the route.
Addressing the gathering, Collector Divakara emphasized that early awareness, preventive precautions, and responsible health habits are essential to curb the spread of HIV. He urged officials to focus especially on instilling scientific awareness among youth and students while encouraging the public to support people living with HIV without discrimination.
As part of the awareness drive, a folk art troop performed traditional ‘Palle Suddulu’ cultural shows to educate residents on transmission risks, available government treatments, and ending social stigma. DMHO Dr. Ramarao, Deputy DMHO Dr. Venu Madhav, Additional DMHO (AIDS & Leprosy) Dr. L. Praveena, and SR&BGNR College Principal Mohammad Zakirullah attended the event alongside health department staff and student groups.
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