The primary providers of these public health services are government public health agencies. ... Another role public health agencies play is to regulate sources of risk and promote health and safety practices such as by licensing restaurants and health facilities, and regulating water and air quality.
Public health is concerned with disease prevention and control at the population level, through organized efforts and informed choices of society, organizations, public and private communities and individuals. ... The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MOHFW) plays a key role in guiding India's public health system.
