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The treatment of rheumatic diseases in India is beset with several problems, such as a high patient load and grossly inadequate number of trained rheumatology specialists. In this Perspectives article, Handa explores the most pressing challenges and suggests helpful approaches to overcome the limitations in rheumatology care in India.