India's Most Tobacco-Addicted States in 2024

8. Arunachal Pradesh

With 50% tobacco consumption, targeted interventions and behavior change initiatives are essential to promote tobacco control and improve overall health outcomes.

7. Odisha

Also at 52% tobacco consumption, Odisha must implement evidence-based interventions and policy reforms to address tobacco-related harm effectively.

6. Assam

With 52% tobacco consumption, Assam requires multi-sectoral efforts to reduce smoking prevalence and create tobacco-free environments.

5. Tripura

Ranked fourth with 57% tobacco consumption, strict enforcement of tobacco regulations and cessation support services are crucial to mitigate health risks associated with smoking.

4. Meghalaya

Sharing the same rate of 58% tobacco consumption, Meghalaya faces similar challenges, emphasizing the need for comprehensive tobacco control programs and awareness campaigns.

3. Manipur

At 58% tobacco consumption, targeted interventions are essential to address the prevalent smoking habits and promote healthier lifestyles among residents.

2. Andaman Nicobar

With 59% tobacco consumption, urgent anti-smoking measures are needed to tackle the alarming rates of tobacco use in the region.

1. Mizoram

Mizoram is the most tobacco-addicted state with a 73 percent rate of tobacco consumption.