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Annual Conference

NALCCON 2026

17th Annual Conference of The Indian Society for Study of Lung Cancer

21st-22nd November, 2026
GSVM Medical College, Kanpur

Organised by: Dept. of Respiratory Medicine, GSVM Medical College, Kanpur

Venue: Main Auditorium, GSVM Medical College, Kanpur

GSVM Medical College, Kanpur

NALCCON 2026

21st–22nd November

GSVM Medical College, Kanpur

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Latest Data

Lung Cancer in India

Rolling front page data on lung cancer burden in India - incidence, mortality, and key trends.

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Cancer in Indian Males

10.7%

of Male Cancers

4.3%

of Female Cancers

6.94L

Cases by 2025

Source: ICMR-NCRP 2023

Lung Cancer Statistics

Indian Lung Cancer Statistics

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President, ISSLC
Presidential Message

Driving Excellence in Lung Cancer Management

"India stands at a pivotal moment in thoracic oncology. The ISSLC is committed to fostering cutting-edge research, building national consensus guidelines, and creating a collaborative ecosystem for clinicians involved in the care of thoracic malignancies, including medical oncologists, pulmonologists, radiation oncologists, thoracic surgeons, pathologists, and molecular biologists."

Through our flagship annual congress, molecular tumor board webinars, and specialized fellowships, we bridge the gap between global advances and local realities, ensuring equitable access to next-gen diagnostics.

Dr. Digambar Behera
President, ISSLC
Dr. Divya Khosla
Secretary, ISSLC
Secretary's Message

Advancing Collaboration and Innovation in Lung Cancer Care

"The Indian Society for Study of Lung Cancer (ISSLC) is dedicated to fostering scientific excellence, multidisciplinary collaboration, and continuous medical education in the field of thoracic oncology. Together, we strive to improve patient outcomes through research, innovation, and knowledge sharing."

Through academic programs, conferences, webinars, and collaborative initiatives, ISSLC provides a platform for healthcare professionals to exchange ideas, discuss emerging evidence, and promote best practices in lung cancer prevention, diagnosis, and treatment across India.

Dr. Divya Khosla
Secretary, ISSLC
National Leadership

ISSLC Executive Council

Esteemed multidisciplinary experts driving thoracic oncology research, education, and policy reforms across India.

Dr. Rakesh Kapoor

Dr. Rakesh Kapoor

Vice President

Dr. K.B. Gupta

Dr. K.B. Gupta

Vice President

Dr. J.K.Saini

Dr. J.K.Saini

Joint Secretary

Dr. Nalini Gupta

Dr. Nalini Gupta

Treasurer

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