'Matter Of National Economy Security': Rajnath Singh On Preventive Healthcare

India's Defense Minister Rajnath Singh has sounded an alarm over the escalating threat of non-communicable diseases (NCDs), labeling them a "matter of national economy security."

Singh pointed to a range of NCDs, including diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, cancer, kidney failure, and mental health disorders, as increasingly becoming major health concerns for the nation. The rising prevalence of these chronic conditions, he indicated, places a substantial burden not only on individuals and families but also on the country's economic stability.

The minister's remarks underscore a growing recognition that public health challenges can have profound economic implications. By impacting the workforce and straining healthcare resources, NCDs can hinder economic productivity and growth. Singh's statement suggests a strategic imperative to address these health issues proactively to safeguard the nation's economic future.

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non-communicable diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, cancer, kidney failure and mental health disorders were increasingly becoming major health concerns.