Infant Mortality Rate

Haryana Achieves Over 40% Decline in Infant Mortality Rate Within a Decade

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): Haryana has recorded remarkable progress in maternal and child healthcare, with its Infant Mortality Rate dropping by more than 40% over the last ten years. According to the Sample Registration System 2024 report, the state's infant mortality plunged from 41 deaths per 1,000 live births a decade ago to 24. This sustained reduction has successfully saved the lives of thousands of newborns across the state. A health department spokesperson stated that targeted policy interventions and the expansion of specialized medical facilities have consistently upgraded child health outcomes. Over the past five years alone, Haryana's mortality rate dropped…
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