Report on NCDs and Health Equity in India

The Report on Non‑Communicable Diseases and Health Equity in India has been jointly developed by the Healthy India Alliance/India NCD Alliance (HIA), HRIDAY and the Indian Institute of Public Health, Hyderabad (IIPH‑H). This work has been supported by the NCD Alliance as part of its partnership with Bristol Myers Squibb. Grounded in the principles of equity and meaningful involvement of People Living with NCDs and communities, this Report highlights how NCDs reflect and exacerbate inequities, disproportionately affecting marginalised and vulnerable populations. Developed based on the NCD Alliance ‘From ideas to action꞉ Accelerating the NCD response through health equity, a conceptual framework’, this Report underscores the need to integrate health system infrastructure and social determinants, while prioritising the meaningful involvement of people with lived experience, to advance equity in NCD prevention and care. This Report encapsulates the guidance and insights of respondents who participated in the Key Informant Interviews, In‑dept Interviews and Community Conversations. Their personal stories and resolve have enriched this Report with a powerful narrative and actionable recommendations towards an equitable response to NCDs in India.