Over 104 million people in India—roughly 8.6% of the population—belong to tribal communities. Many reside in remote, underserved areas and shoulder a disproportionate burden of disease compared to the national average.
Historically vulnerable to conditions like malaria and sickle cell disease, these populations are now facing a rising prevalence of even non-communicable diseases (NCDs) and tuberculosis.
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This explainer video examines the root causes behind these health inequities and highlights key interventions by the government and public-spirited NGOs working to transform healthcare delivery and improve the overall health across tribal regions.