The Karnataka government's 'Gruha Arogya' (Healthcare at Your Doorstep) initiative, a comprehensive door-to-door health screening program, is set to expand its reach to economically weaker sections (EWS) families residing within the Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) limits. This significant extension aims to provide crucial health services directly to the homes of underprivileged urban residents, enhancing their access to medical care. Launched by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah in October 2024 with a pilot in Kolar district, the Gruha Arogya scheme was designed to diagnose and manage non-communicable diseases (NCDs) among the population aged 30 and above. The program screens for a range of conditions, including hypertension, diabetes, various cancers (oral, breast, cervical), anaemia, and mental health issues. After successfully screening approximately 85 lakh people in rural areas across the state, the focus is now shifting to urban poor in Bengaluru. Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao recently held discussions with GBA officials to finalize the modalities for this urban expansion. Acknowledging the challenge of human resource shortages within GBA, the health department plans to utilize existing Namma Clinics and Primary Health Centres (PHCs) as crucial referral centers, similar to how sub-centers function in rural settings. This strategic move underscores the government's commitment to ensuring timely detection and management of health issues, thereby reducing complications and improving the overall health outcomes for vulnerable communities in one of India's largest cities.