India Faces Highest Risk of Chikungunya: 51 Lakh People Potentially Affected Annually, Global Study Reveals

Oct 03, 2025 07:12 pm CST

A groundbreaking global study published in BMJ Global Health reveals India could face the most severe impacts of chikungunya worldwide, with 51 lakh people at risk annually. The research indicates chronic health issues will be the primary concern, with approximately 50% of affected individuals potentially facing long-term disability. Brazil and Indonesia follow as second and third most affected nations, with no specific treatments currently available for this mosquito-borne viral infection.