Katwa, East Bardhaman: Worrying Survey Reveals Rising Tuberculosis Cases and Spread Patterns
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Tuberculosis Surge in Katwa: Health Department Alarmed by Rising Cases
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News18•26-02-2026, 13:46
Tuberculosis Surge in Katwa: Health Department Alarmed by Rising Cases
•Katwa, Purba Bardhaman, sees a concerning rise in tuberculosis cases despite ongoing awareness campaigns and medical services.
•Key factors contributing to the spread include excessive alcohol addiction, malnutrition, and densely populated areas.
•A 2025 survey revealed 395 cases in Katwa Block 1 and 142 in Katwa Block 2; 173 new patients identified last year at the sub-divisional hospital.
•Areas like Baganepara, Jamaipara, Keshia, Hajrapur Colony, Mondalpara, and Katwa Para in Katwa town show higher infection rates due to dense populations.
•Despite a national 21% decrease in TB prevalence, Katwa's rising new infections are a major concern, linked to poverty and lifestyle.
