Vol. 7, Issue 1, Part B (2025)

Diabetes mellitus, particularly Type 2 diabetes, has emerged as one of the most pressing public health concerns worldwide and in India. This study explores the socio-economic profile, knowledge, and awareness levels of patients with Type 2 diabetes in Meerut, India. Adopting an exploratory research design, data were collected through purposive sampling from 200 respondents attending a diabetic clinic using structured interview schedule. The collected data were analyzed using simple statistical techniques such as tabulation, frequency, and percentage, and results were presented through appropriate graphical representations. The findings reveal a predominance of male respondents in their middle age groups, primarily from lower and middle socio-economic backgrounds, living predominantly in nuclear family structures with constrained household incomes. Awareness levels appear notably low regarding prediabetic conditions, diabetes types, normal blood sugar ranges, and complication prevention, reflecting gaps in fundamental health knowledge. These patterns underscore economic vulnerabilities that hinder effective diabetes management and access to care. The study highlights the urgent need for targeted health education, accessible diabetes care, and community-based awareness initiatives to foster early detection and self-management. Ultimately, the research portrays diabetes not merely as a medical condition but as a profound social issue intertwined with lifestyle shifts, socio-economic disparities, and cultural contexts in India.