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NVHCP is a comprehensive strategy that uses a cascade of care approach to tackle all forms of viral hepatitis. This study was conceptualized to assess the implementation status of NVHCP and to understand the key stakeholders\u2019 perspective on prevention, screening, diagnosis, and treatment of viral hepatitis in Uttarakhand.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Material and Methods:<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>The study commenced in July 2021 and was conducted over a year in six districts of Uttarakhand. The program was evaluated using a sequential explanatory mixed-method approach with a pragmatic stance, incorporating a quantitative component of record-based analysis and a qualitative component of key informant interviews (KIIs) with program managers, physicians, and laboratory technicians.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Results:<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>NVHCP integrated effectively with the preexisting healthcare infrastructure and programs to provide primary and secondary levels of prevention. The program picked up pace initially by identifying the service delivery points, training the nominated personnel, and supplying logistics for screening and treatment. However, the developments were halted by the COVID-19 pandemic, which ensued shortly after the first NVHCP budget allocation. 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