VOICED : Stigma stalks India's leprosy sufferers as disease returns

The video discusses the ongoing challenges faced by people affected by leprosy in India, despite being declared eliminated in 2005. It highlights the social stigma and discrimination they endure, especially in colonies where they live. The video compares the stigma of leprosy with other diseases like tuberculosis and AIDS, noting the visible deformities as a key factor in discrimination. It also covers the legal barriers leprosy patients face and the efforts by charities to change public attitudes. The government aims to eradicate leprosy in 10 years, but the social and legal challenges remain significant.

What challenges do individuals cured of leprosy face in society today?

How did the Indian authorities declare victory over leprosy in 2005, and what is the current situation regarding the disease?

What are some of the social stigmas faced by leprosy patients, as described in the text?

What strategies are being implemented to combat leprosy in India?

Discuss the impact of discrimination on the descendants of leprosy patients.