Kashmir is witnessing a sharp rise in cancer cases, with an average of 38 new diagnoses reported daily. The figure, highlighted by noted medical expert Dr Tariq Tramboo, has sparked concern among health professionals and the general public.
Dr Tramboo pointed to several contributing factors.
• Adulterated food now entering markets more frequently.
• Excessive and unregulated use of pesticides in paddy fields.
• Heavy consumption of salt and industrial refined oils in daily cooking.
• High prevalence of smoking among youth and adults.
Doctors say these trends show a clear shift in lifestyle and environmental exposure. You can already see the impact in hospitals, where oncology departments are facing increased load.
Public health experts are calling for strong steps.
• Stricter checks on food quality.
• Regulation of pesticides.
• Awareness drives on safe cooking practices.
• Strong anti-tobacco enforcement and counselling.
Residents say the situation has created fear across households, as almost every family now knows someone fighting the disease. Many are urging the administration to launch region-wide screening programs so cases can be detected earlier.
The surge in numbers has turned cancer into one of Kashmir’s most pressing health challenges, demanding immediate attention from both authorities and the community.
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