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India makes gains against TB, deaths down 38% since 2015: Centre
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What Happened?
India's TB deaths decreased by 38% from 2015 to 2025, with a mortality rate drop from 28 to 18 per lakh population, according to the health ministry. The WHO's report confirms India achieved a key milestone in its End TB Strategy.
Key points
- India's TB mortality rate fell from 28 to 18 per lakh population between 2015 and 2025.
- The country achieved a 35% reduction milestone under the End TB Strategy in 2025.
- A 94% treatment success rate was reported for drug-susceptible TB patients.
- The TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan campaign detected nearly 15 lakh TB cases, including 14.97 lakh asymptomatic cases.
- 67,933 panchayats were declared TB-free in 2025.
- India accounts for about a quarter of the global TB burden.
Key insights
- The success in reducing TB deaths may encourage further investment in public health initiatives.
- Improved detection of asymptomatic cases could lead to earlier treatment and better health outcomes.
- The ongoing challenges with drug-resistant TB highlight the need for continued focus on innovative treatment solutions.
Why it matters
The decline in TB deaths indicates effective public health strategies and improved healthcare access in India.
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Source
Times of India
