Context: India’s sustained efforts in combating the HIV epidemic have resulted in significant reductions in new infections and AIDS-related deaths over the years.
Key Insights on HIV in India: (SOURCE: ministry of Health and Family Welfare)
| Indicator | Data |
| National HIV Prevalence | 0.20% |
| States with High Prevalence | Mizoram, Nagaland, Manipur, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Telangana (≥0.4%) |
| Rising Concern | Punjab (increasing trend of prevalence) |
| Total People Living with HIV | 25.44 lakh (2023) |
| Proportion of Women (15+) | 44% |
| Proportion of Children | 3% |
| Reduction in AIDS-Related Deaths | 79% |
| Progress on 95-95-95 Targets | 81% identified, 88% on ART, 97% viral load suppression |
Relevance to UPSC Syllabus:
- General Studies Paper II (Governance, Health & Social Issues):
- Policies and Interventions: National AIDS Control Program, 95-95-95 Target.
- Challenges in combating communicable diseases.
- Role of health initiatives in achieving Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
- General Studies Paper III (Science & Technology, Social Development):
- Use of antiretroviral therapy (ART) and advancements in medical science.
- Epidemiology of HIV and its impact on socio-economic factors.
