Diabetic retinopathy is rapidly developing as the leading cause of vision loss in India, with the condition remaining unrecognised till vision loss has set in, according to health experts on Saturday, ahead of World Retina Day. With India being the diabetes capital of the world, diabetic retinopathy is emerging as a significant cause of concern in the country. “Diabetes is already an epidemic in India, and diabetic retinopathy is rapidly emerging as a public health problem. “Diabetic retinopathy is one of the most common and serious complications of diabetic patients, yet it remains unrecognised until vision loss sets in,” added Dr. Vishali Gupta, Vice President, VRSI & Head – Retina, PGIMS. “Public awareness and systematic screening initiatives for diabetic retinopathy must be urgently promoted nationwide.