Indian-born Dr Priyanka Majety, who previously studied in Kolar and currently serves as Assistant Professor of Internal Medicine and Adult Outpatient Diabetes Director at Virginia Commonwealth University’s Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism, shared insights with Bangalore Mirror, stating, “While type 2 diabetes arises from a complex interplay of genetic and environmental factors, modifiable risk factors such as obesity, physical inactivity, and dietary habits play a significant role in its development.