Transfer of sewage-treated water samples into containers.
Transfer of collected wastewater samples into sample containers after measuring 200ml of each sample.
After pasteurizing, sample processing is carried out inside the biosafety cabinet according to sample transfer and processing protocols.
Pasteurizing wastewater samples for sample inactivation using a hot bead bath at 60 degrees for 1 and half hours.
Sample collected from inlet of an STP site in Bangalore
Sample collection and processing.
Sewage treatment plant in Bangalore.
Collection of wastewater samples from open drains
Processing of wastewater samples following biosafety measures in the laboratory
Hyderabad wastewater and clinical surveillance team
The CCMB, Hyderabad and AIIMS, Bibinagar RF-APSI team visiting open drains wastewater collection sites in Bibinagar, Telangana- May 2023.
Wastewater-based surveillance-the way ahead” workshop at CCMB on August 1st, 2023.
Medical students in the AMR Frontline Workshop at LVPEI
Winners of the Jamboree Quiz at the AMR Frontline workshop
Medical students looking at microbiology culture plates used for antibiotic susceptibility testing during the lab tours in the AMR Frontline Workshop at LVPEI
Medical students listening to Prof. Umabala Pamidimukulla (NIMS, Hyderabad) shedding light on infection control practices to curb AMR spread.
Dr. Ranga Reddy Burri (President, IFCAI) talking about antibiotics in animal farming and agriculture.
The Superheroes against Superbugs Team setting the stage for the AMR Frontline Workshop.
Group photo after Workshop at Wagholi on 26 Oct 2023
Participant engrossed in the activity at Wagholi workshop on 26 Oct 2023
Activity based learning session in progress at Baramati Workshop on 25 Nov 2023.
Impromptu feedback from the participants appreciating the workshop and thanking the organisers. Bhor Workshop on 23 Nov 2023.
Collection of wastewater samples from a nala
Pre-processing of wastewater samples
RT-PCR of wastewater samples in process
Speakers at Baramati Workshop on 25 Nov 2023: Dr. Suresh Dhekale (DMO Pune), Dr. Mangesh Gokhale (ex-NIV), Dr. Harshal Pandve from YCM, and Dr. Sunil Jagtap (Taluka Health Officer, Baramati)
Lecture session in progress at Ambegaon Workshop on 24 Jan 2024
Activity based learning session at Mawal Workshop on 21 Nov 2023
Drain no:6, Khera Khurd, Delhi
Sample collection kit: sterile 250 mL containers, ethanol and a PPE kit carried in a basket
Sample collection from the STP at Kakroi, receives wastewater from Sector 23, Sonipat, 25 MLD plant capacity
Ashoka university
Najafgarh, Delhi
Prof Anurag Agrawal addressing the global impact of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) and advocating for an integrated one health approach for combatting
Capturing the camaraderie and shared learning of the workshop with a group photo featuring all participants gathered together
Prof. Anurag Agrawal and Prof Shashidhara participating in discussions
Prof Shashidhara detailing the RF-APSI, efforts in AMR surveillance.
Dr. Anuj Sharma from WHO highlighting the importance of AMR and environmental surveillance, highlighting the importance of data-driven action.
Dr. Kamini Walia speaking about ICMRs initiatives in combating AMR and stressing the importance of environmental surveillance.
Lunch time networking
Dr. Rakesh Mishra speaking about the importance of low cost kits in surveillance
Partners of RF-APSI listening to the talks
Panel discussion on Data Management Systems for AMR Surveillance Data, Importance of Standardized Reporting Formats and Protocols, Utilizing Surveillance Data for Decision-making and Policy Development.
Medical students of GIMS Greater Nodia at the AMR Frontline Workshop in Delhi.
Students taking the oath for responsible use of antibiotics, stringent infection control practices and AMR awareness.
Medical students engaging in an interactive game called Taboo during the workshop.
Ms Sehr Brar (AMR Team, WHO India) engaging with medical students on national and state action plans for AMR.
Dr. Anuj Sharma (AMR Team, WHO India) engaging with medical students at UCMS, Delhi.
Medical students of GIMS Greater Nodia at the AMR Frontline Workshop in Delhi.
Dr. Shraddha Karve (Faculty Fellow, Ashoka University) introducing APSI-India’s surveillance initiatives.
Dr. Sonal Saxena (Director Professor and HOD, Microbiology, MAMC) shedding light on infection control practices to curb AMR.
Dr. Hitakshi Sharma, Dr. Sonal Saxena and Dr. Bansidhar Tarai in the panel discussion “Doctors Decode AMR.”
Dr. Bansidhar Tarai (Associate Director and HOD, Molecular Diagnostics & Infection Control Departments, Max Hospitals) talking about the digital management of the AMR Stewardship Program at Max Hospitals.
Healthcare Professionals of GIMS Greater Nodia at the AMR Frontline Workshop in Delhi.