Tuberculosis deaths in India drop 38% since 2015, WHO reports

The World Health Organization released data indicating that India has achieved a 38% reduction in tuberculosis‑related deaths since 2015. The decline reflects intensified national efforts under the country's TB elimination strategy, including expanded diagnostic services and increased access to treatment. WHO highlighted that while the downward trend is encouraging, India still accounts for a large share of global TB mortality, underscoring the need for sustained public health investment. The organization urged continued scaling of preventive measures, early case detection, and adherence support to maintain and accelerate the gains. Health officials welcomed the findings as a validation of recent policy interventions but cautioned that complacency could reverse the progress.