India Boosts Afghanistan's Cancer Fight: Major Aid, Training, CT Scanner Announced

• India pledges long-term supply of cancer medicines, vaccines, and advanced medical equipment to Afghanistan.
• Decision follows Afghan Public Health Minister Maulvi Noor Jalal Jalali's visit to India (Dec 16-21, 2025).
• Aid includes a 128-slice CT scanner for accurate diagnosis and strengthening Afghanistan's health system.
• India will train Afghan doctors and send a team of Indian physicians to Kabul for capacity building.
• Discussions also covered establishing cancer treatment centers in Afghanistan, highlighting India's humanitarian support.

Why It Matters: India provides comprehensive aid to Afghanistan for cancer treatment, strengthening its healthcare system.