India entered 2025 aiming to eliminate TB but remains far from the goal. Despite free treatment and programme reforms, India still accounts for over a quarter of global cases due to stigma, underinvestment, private sector dependence, weak awareness and poor prevention. Politically prioritising TB, integrating socio-economic determinants and strengthening surveillance are key to moving from intent to impact.
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