Oral miltefosine is also used to treat both Kala Azar and post-Kala Azar dermal leishmaniasis. ​Also Read: Celebration and vigil: On India, kala-azar and trachomaEfforts in IndiaEfforts to eliminate Kala Azar in India have seen highs and lows. Because unlike viral diseases that have successful vaccination programmes, there is no vaccine for Kala Azar as yet. Undiagnosed PKDL can silently sustain transmission even when Kala Azar cases decline. Dr. Sarin says that “continued vigilance will be required to sustain the gains achieved through Kala Azar elimination efforts.

Source: The Hindu January 31, 2026 20:25 UTC