Sri Vijaya Puram, Jan. 30: As part of Anti Leprosy Day observance, a function was held today in the Auditorium of ANIIMS, in which, the Director of Health Services In-charge, Dr. Siddaraju, CMO (NFSG) was the chief guest. In his address, the chief guest spoke on social aspects of Leprosy and also on the present scenario of Leprosy in these Islands and appealed to the audience gathered in the hall to disseminate the scientific facts about Leprosy amongst the masses. This year, SPARSH Leprosy Awareness Campaign 2025 has been launched with the theme ‘Together let us raise awareness, dispel misconceptions & ensure that no one affected by Leprosy is left behind’.