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child mortality

Maharashtra makes reporting of child deaths in pvt hospitals within 24 hrs mandatory

The state has reduced its neonatal mortality rate to 11 deaths per 1,000 live births and the under-five mortality rate to 16 deaths per 1,000 live births, surpassing the national targets set for 2030. However, authorities said incomplete reporting from private healthcare institutions has resulted in gaps in mortality data. (Getty Images/iStockphoto)
pune news
Published on Jun 02, 2026 05:46 am IST

Pune records sharp decline in infant & child mortality; civic body targets vulnerable pockets

the infant mortality rate (IMR), which measures the deaths of children under one year per 1,000 live births, fell from 16.81 in 2021 to 5.62 in 2025. (FILE)
pune news
Published on May 18, 2026 05:52 am IST

Maharashtra sets up state vaccination task force to strengthen immunisation programme

Maharashtra sets up state vaccination task force to strengthen immunisation programme
mumbai news
Published on May 04, 2026 11:36 pm IST

India's sustained efforts driving sharp decline in child mortality: UN Report

India's sustained efforts driving sharp decline in child mortality: UN Report
india news
Published on Mar 18, 2026 07:25 pm IST

517 child deaths reported in Pune in 11 Months 

PMC health officials claim that poor prenatal and postnatal care, malnutrition, infectious diseases, pre-term birth complications, birth asphyxia, and lack of timely medical support are among the main causes. (REPRESENTATIVE PIC)
pune news
Published on Apr 17, 2025 07:16 am IST
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