- The estimated prevalence of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in India in the 2-9 year age-group is about 1.12 per 100 children (0.74-1.68%) — roughly 1 in 68 children.
- Based on available global and Indian data, boys are diagnosed more often than girls — typical male:female ratios are around 3:1 to 4:1 in autism detection.
- On access and affordability: many families in India face high out-of-pocket costs for therapies and inclusive education, and children from lower socio-economic or rural backgrounds are less likely to receive adequate intervention, representing a substantial unmet need.