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Two rupees for cancer: Inside India's smokeless tobacco epidemic that no one is stopping
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Smokeless tobacco, a cheap and accessible addiction, traps millions of Indians in poverty. Despite graphic warnings, products like gutka remain under-regulated, costing mere rupees. This article highlights the urgent need for stricter policies on affordability, availability, and appeal to combat thi
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