The forecasted data for the total population requiring interventions against neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) in India shows a consistent declining trend from 2024 to 2028. Starting with 634.18 million in 2024, the figure decreases annually, reaching 600.47 million by 2028. This indicates a steady reduction in the population needing NTD interventions, with a year-on-year decline of approximately 1.2% to 1.5%. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) for this period suggests a negative average annual variation of around 1.35%, reflecting a positive downward trend in the burden of NTDs over these five years.
Looking ahead, it’s critical to monitor factors that could influence these trends, including improvements in healthcare access, the effectiveness of ongoing intervention programs, and changes in socio-economic conditions. Additionally, the impact of climate change on the distribution of vector-borne NTDs will be an important trend to watch, as it could potentially reverse the gains achieved.
