This funding opportunity supports strengthening district, state, and national public health systems in India to advance Global Health Security Agenda priorities. It focuses on preventing, detecting, and responding to infectious disease threats by enhancing workforce, disease surveillance, laboratory systems, emergency preparedness, and antimicrobial resistance. The initiative promotes a One Health approach aligned with International Health Regulations and transitions CDC-supported programs to Indian government institutions.
Eligible applicants include state, county, city, and special district governments; tribal governments and organizations; public housing authorities; nonprofits; institutions of higher education; and for-profit organizations including small businesses in India.