Heart Disease Claims 28.6 Lakh Lives Annually in India Amidst Uneven Treatment Access

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in India, responsible for 28.6 lakh deaths annually, with 62% of cardiovascular deaths occurring prematurely.

Patients in rural areas face significant delays in accessing timely care, including ECGs and specialist consultations, due to distance and lack of facilities.

Even in urban areas, delayed access to cardiologists and equipment can lead to critical complications, highlighting systemic gaps in emergency cardiac response.