India Faces Persistent Leprosy Challenges And Regional Disparities

India reported 91,783 new leprosy cases in 2025-26, exceeding official projections by 41.2% while missing several elimination targets.

The national prevalence rate stood at 0.56 cases per 10,000 population, though high concentration persisted in specific states and districts.

Chhattisgarh recorded the highest state prevalence rate at 1.66 cases per 10,000 population, followed closely by Jharkhand and Chandigarh.