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NACO, or the National AIDS Control Organization, is a governmental agency in India responsible for formulating and implementing policies and programs aimed at preventing and controlling the spread of HIV/AIDS in the country. Established in 1992 under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, NACO plays a pivotal role in coordinating and facilitating the national response to the HIV/AIDS epidemic.
NACO's key objectives include preventing new infections, providing care, support, and treatment for those affected by HIV/AIDS, and reducing the social stigma associated with the virus. The organization collaborates with various governmental and non-governmental stakeholders to implement comprehensive HIV prevention, testing, and treatment strategies.
NACO oversees the implementation of the National AIDS Control Program (NACP), which consists of various phases and focuses on scaling up interventions to address the diverse aspects of the HIV/AIDS epidemic. Through its initiatives, NACO aims to achieve universal access to HIV prevention, treatment, care, and support services, contributing to the global efforts to combat HIV/AIDS and improve public health in India.