The Government of Jammu and Kashmir has reported a steady rise in tuberculosis cases over the past three years, indicating a growing public health concern that officials say requires sustained attention and community participation.
According to the Health Department, the upward trend has been observed across several districts, with both rural and urban areas contributing to the increase. Officials said the rise is linked to improved detection, wider screening coverage, and greater reporting from peripheral health institutions.
Health authorities noted that the administration has expanded diagnostic facilities, strengthened treatment centres, and intensified active case‑finding drives to identify patients at an early stage. They added that the government is also focusing on nutritional support and community‑based interventions to ensure better treatment outcomes.
Officials said the department is working closely with district‑level teams to monitor the situation and address gaps in surveillance, awareness, and follow‑up. They urged the public to seek timely medical attention for persistent cough, fever, or weight loss, and to cooperate with health workers during screening campaigns.
The government reiterated its commitment to reducing the TB burden in the Union Territory and said additional measures will be rolled out to strengthen prevention, diagnosis, and treatment in the coming months.
