India, Feb. 3 -- Bangalore - Rising global cancer incidence is placing mounting pressure on healthcare systems, and India is facing an acute challenge. According to estimates from the ICMR-National Cancer Registry Programme (NCRP), India recorded approximately 1.53 million new cancer cases in 2024, reflecting a continued upward trend in disease burden. However, the availability of trained cancer-care specialists has not kept pace with this growth. India is estimated to have only 2,000-2,500 practicing oncologists across medical, surgical, and radiation oncology, resulting in a significant mismatch between patient demand and specialist capacity. This shortage is further compounded by the uneven distribution of oncology services, with experti...