Srinagar, May 6 -- Over the past 20 years, India has undergone widespread changes that have touched nearly every aspect of life, including its economy, environment and society. The country's industrial expansion and urban growth have brought with them serious consequences for public health, particularly in the form of respiratory diseases like asthma. With air pollution on the rise, and living conditions in many areas deteriorating, asthma has become a pressing public health concern, accounting for a large proportion of disease burden and premature deaths. Estimates suggest that over 34 million people in India suffer from asthma, representing more than 13% of the global burden. Despite the availability of effective treatments, India repor...