Cancer in India is no longer a distant concern—it is an urgent, escalating reality. The numbers speak for themselves: 800,000 new cases each year, and one in nine individuals facing a cancer diagnosis in their lifetime. This rising burden represents both a crisis and an opportunity: an opportunity to fundamentally reshape how we approach cancer in India, from prevention and treatment to research and accessibility.

As India’s population grows and urbanizes, cancer has emerged as one of the country’s most pressing health challenges. Environmental pollution, shifting diets, and increasing use of tobacco and alcohol are contributing to this surge. While the road ahead may seem daunting, the solutions are within reach. The key lies in how we respond—by transforming our healthcare system, empowering communities, and fostering innovation.

Leadership is critical in this moment. As an industry, we must shift the focus from merely reacting to cancer to proactively shaping a future where prevention, early detection, and advanced treatments are the foundation. It is not enough to respond to the crisis as it unfolds; we must create a healthcare ecosystem that prevents cancer from taking root in the first place.

At Glenmark, we are committed to playing a key role in this transformation. Our focus on innovation and patient support is helping to improve outcomes in cancer care. But we know cancer care goes beyond medication—it’s about raising awareness, promoting prevention, and ensuring that vulnerable populations have access to the care they need.

This World Cancer Day, our focus is not just on the statistics—we are reaffirming our commitment to creating a future where impact of cancer is significantly reduced. By driving awareness, prioritizing prevention and championing early detection, we can work together to build a healthcare environment that leads to better outcomes for patients across India. It’s time to take action, and together, we can transform the trajectory of cancer care in India.