Official twitter handle for Pan-India Viral Research and Diagnostic Laboratories(#VRDL). A brilliant National workforce of SCIENTIST, LT, RA, DEO & MTS.

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Despite acknowledging the immense success of #VRDL_network,VRDL Staffs are getting #no_salary for 3-6 months, #no_increment since inception, #reduced_salary in PM_ABHIM, #pay_protection removed, #no_jobsecurity, #PI_expolitation, @PMOIndia @DeptHealthRes @ICMRDELHI @PrinSciAdvGoI
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National VRDL Conclave 2025, organised by @DeptHealthRes, recognised the contributions of the VRDL Network in strengthening India’s biosafety, outbreak preparedness & diagnostic capacity. Dr. V.K. Paul, @NITIAayog, stressed its role in a biosecure, resilient #ViksitBharat.
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My Remarks at the ‘National Viral Research & Diagnostics Laboratory Conclave-2025’ today.
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Union Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare, Smt. Anupriya Patel, inaugurates the National Virus Research & Diagnostic Laboratory (VRDL) Conclave 2025 in New Delhi. x.com/i/broadcasts/1mrxmBdmz…

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11 Sep 2025
Union Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare @AnupriyaSPatel Inaugurates National Virus Research & Diagnostic Laboratory Conclave- 2025 Minister lauds DHR, ICMR and VRDLs for “setting benchmarks in health research innovation” in service of society “India is building a resilient, self-reliant, and globally relevant health research ecosystem” Read here: pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.… @MoHFW_INDIA
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Delighted to attend “National Viral Research & Diagnostic Laboratory Conclave-2025” at Manekshaw Centre, New Delhi today. The 2 day long event showcases India’s advancements in infectious diseases diagnostics & public health preparedness.
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I also extend my Heartiest greetings to the Top 25 VRDLs felicitated for their outstanding contributions to disease detection and laboratory excellence on the occasion.
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11 Sep 2025
Delhi: Union MoS Anupriya Patel says, "Today we organized the National Viral Research and Diagnostic Laboratory (VRDL) Conclave, with representatives from all 164 VRDLs across the country... The focus is on detecting new bacteria, viruses, and pathogens, and on India’s progress in diagnostics..."
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VIDEO | Delhi: Union Minister Anupriya Patel on Viral Research and Diagnostic Laboratory (VRDL) says, “Today, we have organized the Viral Research and Diagnostic Conclave here in Delhi. Representatives from the VRDL network across the country are present. Through this platform, we have discussed infectious diseases, emerging viruses and bacteria, their detection and diagnosis, and how India is actively working and making advancements in these areas. Alongside this, we are also focusing on future health security and strengthening our health preparedness…”
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At the National VRDL Conclave in New Delhi, Union Minister of State for HFW, Smt. Anupriya Patel released the In-Vitro Diagnostics validation portal and protocols. She exuded confidence that portal and protocols will help the Indian diagnostics to become globally competitive
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Union Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare, Smt. @AnupriyaSPatel, addressed the National VRDL Conclave 2025 in New Delhi, emphasizing that pandemic preparedness and advanced diagnostics are integral to India’s health security. She highlighted that the VRDL network, a landmark initiative of DHR, forms a nationwide shield to detect, diagnose, and track viral threats before they spread. #VRDLConclave2025 #PublicHealth
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Union Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare, Smt. @AnupriyaSPatel, at the National VRDL Conclave 2025 in New Delhi, highlighted how the VRDL network has gone beyond COVID-19, playing a crucial role in the early detection of viral outbreaks. #VRDLConclave2025 #PublicHealth
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The 2 day National VRDL Conclave 2025 by DHR-ICMR was inaugurated by Hon’ble MoS for Health & Family Welfare, Smt Anupriya Patel; joined by Dr Rajiv Bahl Secretary DHR & DG ICMR, Dr Rajeev Raghuvanshi DCGI, Ms Anu Nagar JS DHR, Ms Manisha Saxena Sr DDG ICMR with 500 researchers
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Showcasing advancements in viral research: Hon'ble Minister of State for Health & Family Welfare and Chemicals & Fertilizers Smt Anupriya Patel inaugurated the National Virus Research & Diagnostic Laboratory (VRDL) Conclave, organized by DHR-ICMR in Manekshaw Centre, New Delhi.
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At the National VRDL Conclave 2025 in New Delhi, Union Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare, Smt. @AnupriyaSPatel, highlighted that under Prime Minister Shri @narendramodi ji, India has launched the National One Health Mission, bringing 13 different departments under one umbrella for the first time in the world. #VRDLConclave2025 #PublicHealth
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At the National VRDL Conclave 2025 in New Delhi, Union Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare, Smt. @AnupriyaSPatel, highlighted that pandemic preparedness and VRDLs are part of a larger nationwide ecosystem of health research and innovation, with ICMR continuing to lead from the front. #VRDLConclave2025 #PublicHealth
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Today, the Union Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare, Smt. @AnupriyaSPatel, will inaugurate the National Virus Research & Diagnostic Laboratory (VRDL) Conclave 2025 in New Delhi, a landmark event highlighting India’s strides in infectious disease diagnostics and public health preparedness. 🕧 Time: 3:00 PM 📅 Date: 11th–12th September, 2025 📍 Venue: Zorawar Hall, Manekshaw Centre, New Delhi Watch live here - youtube.com/live/Ll-LNt4y5Gg… #VRDLConclave2025 #PublicHealth #AtmanirbharBharat
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महोदय कृपया उन वैज्ञानिकों के लिए भी सोंचे जिन्होनें covid 19 के दौर में कई बार corona से संक्रमित होकर भी अपनी सेवा medical college and hospitals में देते रहे. वे आपके लिए, प्रदेश और देश के लिए ही काम करते आ रहे हैं. उनके साथ सौतेला व्यवहार नहीं होना चाहिए. आपसे ही उम्मीद है.
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Sir, please also include all the scientists working in medical college under Dynamic Assured Career Progression (DACP) Scheme
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Sir, is that also include Or applicable to the Regular Scientist-B, Scientist C and Scientist D working in the four major medical college of madhya pradeah (Indore, Gwalior, Bhopal, Rewa) under VRDL Or this govt just left them who did lots of work during covid-19 time......
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Despite acknowledging the immense success of #VRDL_network,VRDL Staffs are getting #no_salary for 3-6 months, #no_increment since inception, #reduced_salary in PM_ABHIM, #pay_protection removed, #no_jobsecurity, #PI_expolitation, @PMOIndia @DeptHealthRes @ICMRDELHI @PrinSciAdvGoI
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@mygovindia @OfficeOf_MM @mansukhmandviya @MoHFW_INDIA Please take necessary action to resolve our grievances at your earliest.🙏🏻
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