From my early medical training at Rajan Babu TB Hospital in Delhi during the 1980s, I was deeply moved by the suffering of children in the slums of Jahangirpuri, Selam Pur, Nand Nagri and many other settlement colonies of Delhi, silently battling tuberculosis. That experience sowed the seeds of a life-long mission — to make childhood TB visible, diagnosable, treatable, and ultimately preventable.
This cause, along with several other child health initiatives has defined the purpose and direction of my medical journey over the last 35+ years.
Dr. N.K. Mittal’s Remarkable Contribution to TB Mukt Bharat
India Achieves 21% Decline in TB Incidence — Dr. N.K. Mittal’s Contribution to TB Mukt Bharat
The WHO’s Global TB Report 2025 highlights India’s historic progress:
a 21% reduction in TB incidence, nearly twice the global rate.
This remarkable achievement reflects the nation’s intensified efforts in early diagnosis, treatment adherence, community outreach, and decentralized healthcare delivery.
At Mittal Nursing Home, Sonipat, Dr. N.K. Mittal has played a significant role in advancing the TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyan, with decades of dedicated service in pediatric tuberculosis care.
Key Contributions:
• Treatment of 2,000 pediatric TB patients, including free TB OPD services in 2024–25
• Over 21,000 BCG vaccinations ensuring 100% newborn coverage
• Adoption of patients through Ni-Kshay Mitra for nutrition and follow-up
• Digital TB reporting and early case detection
• Collaboration with district health authorities & government programs
• Extensive public awareness and community counselling initiatives
Dr. Mittal’s mission remains clear:
“TB Mukt Bachpan, Swasth Bharat.”
India’s progress is a collective victory — and a powerful reminder that a TB-free India is achievable.
We are proud to share that Dr. N.K. Mittal has been awarded European CME Credits (ECMECs®) by the European Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (EACCME®) for successfully completing the Post-Graduate Program in Pediatric Clinical Care (PGPPC).
This recognition reflects Dr. Mittal’s ongoing commitment to global standards in pediatric healthcare, continuous learning, and the integration of evidence-based practices to provide the best possible care for children.
Organized by Accord Educare Foundation in collaboration with the Signutra Nutrition Institute, the program is accredited by the Union Européenne des Médecins Spécialistes (UEMS), underscoring its international credibility and academic excellence.
This milestone adds to Dr. Mittal’s lifelong dedication to advancing pediatric medicine, contributing to the vision of healthier children and a heal
Prof. S.K. Singhal, Director of PGIMS Rohtak, strongly seconds Dr. N.K. Mittal’s nomination for the GAPIO Lifetime Achievement Award 2025–26. The letter praises Dr. Mittal’s four decades of outstanding service in pediatric TB care, neonatal ventilation, immunization, and public health. It highlights his ethical practice, humanitarian work, and leadership as IAP Haryana President and IMA Honorary Professor. Prof. Singhal commends Dr. Mittal’s charitable initiatives—free OPDs, immunization drives, and adoption of 1,200 TB patients—and describes him as a visionary teacher, compassionate clinician, and exemplary human being whose life blends science, service, and empathy.
Prof. (Dr.) H.K. Aggarwal, Vice-Chancellor of UHS Rohtak, recommends Dr. N.K. Mittal for the GAPIO Lifetime Achievement Award 2025–26, praising his four decades of service in pediatrics, neonatal care, and TB elimination. He highlights Dr. Mittal’s pioneering role in neonatal ventilation, treatment of 2,000+ TB patients, and 100% BCG coverage without external aid. Appreciated by WHO, DGHS Haryana, and MOHFW, Dr. Mittal is lauded as an ethical leader, mentor, and innovator whose NABH and ABHA-accredited institution sets a model for modern, affordable child healthcare.
A Life Dedicated to Healing , Guided by Purpose and Cosmic Calling
NEOCON Haryana Annual Conference was held at Wyndham Garden, Sonipat on 20–21 September 2025 under the able leadership of Organising Chairperson Dr. N.K. Mittal.
It was an honour to host more than 200 delegates from across the country, making the event a vibrant platform for knowledge-sharing and collaboration.
I had the privilege to contribute as a panellist in the Vaccination Panel, where I delivered a talk on the BCG vaccine—a subject close to my heart and vital for child health and TB elimination.
The conference witnessed stimulating discussions, insightful sessions, and overwhelming participation, reflecting the strength of our neonatal and pediatric fraternity.
Here are a few glimpses of this memorable academic feast.
Academic Achievement – Dr. Agrima Mittal at Kollam, Kerala
We are delighted to share that Dr. Agrima Mittal, MS Ophthalmology (Kochi), was invited to deliver a scientific presentation at a prestigious ophthalmology academic program held at Kollam, Kerala.
Her talk was highly appreciated for its scientific depth, clarity of explanation, and practical clinical value by senior ophthalmologists and faculty members.
This milestone reflects her hard work, commitment to learning, and growing expertise in ophthalmology.
We wish her continued success and many more achievements in the years ahead.
Chief Guest at the National Style Open Kabaddi Championship hosted in village, Purkhas Rathi, Sonipat
Dr. N.K. Mittal was invited as the Chief Guest at the National Style Open Kabaddi Championship hosted in his native village, Purkhas Rathi, Sonipat.
The event held deep emotional significance, as it brought him back to the soil where his early childhood began and reconnected him with the community that shaped his earliest years.
One of the most touching moments of the visit was Dr. Mittal’s return to his ancestral home after nearly five decades. Standing inside the small house where he was born, he reflected on the immense hard work and sacrifices of his parents, whose values and resilience laid the foundation for his lifelong journey of service.
Witnessing the remarkable talent of young athletes emerging from a rural background was a heartening experience. Dr. Mittal expressed immense pride in seeing these players compete at a national level, and emphasized that with dedication and discipline, rural youth possess the potential to excel on international platforms, including the Olympics.
The visit also became an opportunity for the community to acknowledge Dr. Mittal’s sustained efforts toward building a healthier India. His initiatives in pediatric tuberculosis detection, awareness, and community-based health programs, along with his advocacy for a TB-Free Bharat, were warmly appreciated during the event’s stage interactions.
Dr. Mittal conveyed his deep gratitude for the love and respect shown by the village. He extended his heartfelt wishes for the continued progress of Purkhas Rathi—
a future where the village shines in education, sports development, and nation-building activities.
State-Level Engagement for Strengthening TB Elimination (3 February 2026)
On 3 February 2026, I participated in a State-level online meeting convened by the State TB Cell, Haryana, chaired by the State TB Officer (STO), Haryana, with the participation of all District TB Officers (DTOs) and District Presidents of IMA Haryana, including the DTO, Sonipat.
The meeting focused on updates and programmatic strategies under the National TB Elimination Programme (NTEP). During the interaction, I shared my clinical and public health perspectives, with special emphasis on:
The under-recognition of childhood tuberculosis
The need for pediatric-specific diagnostic and treatment approaches
Strengthening prevention strategies, including early intervention and Tuberculosis Preventive Treatment (TPT)
The importance of nutrition and child-friendly diagnostics in pediatric TB control
My inputs were well received and appreciated by the State TB leadership and participating district officials. The discussion reflected a shared understanding of the need for closer collaboration between pediatricians, IMA leadership, and TB programme authorities to strengthen TB prevention efforts, particularly among children.
Such engagements reinforce my continued commitment to working in partnership with government programs to advance the national goal of TB elimination, with a focused emphasis on protecting children through early diagnosis, prevention, and evidence-based advocacy.
Nominated as State IAP Nodal Officer – Pediatric TB Project Towards a TB-Mukt Bharat 🇮🇳
Is Your Child’s Ongoing Cough a Warning of Tuberculosis? Know from Experts
In this episode, Dr. Rajiv Uttam, Director, Paediatric Pulmonology, Medanta Gurugram is joined by Dr. Narender kumar Mittal, Senior Pediatrician, Sonipat, to discuss an important topic — recognizing tuberculosis (TB) in children at an early stage.
They answer key questions for parents and caregivers, including:
* When should a persistent cough in children raise concern for TB?
* Common early symptoms that are often missed
* How childhood tuberculosis is diagnosed
* Available treatment options and outcomes
* When to seek specialist care.
Watch this session to understand how early diagnosis makes a big difference.
National Appointment as Chief Returning Officer
Indian Academy of Pediatrics – Election Committee (Tenure up to 31 December 2027)
Dr. N.K. Mittal has been appointed as the Chief Returning Officer of the Election Committee of the Indian Academy of Pediatrics, under the chairpersonship of Dr Neelam Mohan, National President, IAP 2026.
This appointment represents a significant national acknowledgment of Dr. Mittal’s integrity, administrative credibility, and long-standing leadership within Indian pediatrics. Entrusted with overseeing the electoral processes of one of the country’s largest and most respected professional medical bodies, he will be responsible for ensuring transparency, constitutional compliance, impartiality, and ethical governance across all zones of the Academy.
The role of Chief Returning Officer is one of institutional trust and democratic stewardship. It requires neutrality, balanced judgment, and unwavering commitment to fairness — qualities that have consistently defined Dr. Mittal’s four-decade professional journey.
As former President of IAP Haryana and a senior pediatrician known for his contributions to neonatal care, immunization advocacy, and pediatric tuberculosis elimination, Dr. Mittal’s leadership extends beyond clinical excellence into national organizational governance.
His tenure in this constitutional position until 31 December 2027 reflects the confidence reposed in him by the national leadership and the pediatric fraternity across India.
This national responsibility further strengthens the profile of Dr. Mittal as a medical professional whose service encompasses clinical care, public health impact, institutional leadership, and ethical governance — attributes aligned with the highest standards of national recognition.
Leadership with integrity. Service with accountability. Commitment to the nation’s children and the profession.
