UP population growth slowing, say govt stats. What will new policy achieve?

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath unveiled state’s new population policy but, does U.P. really need one or is it just a pre-election measure taken by the BJP? We try to find out through available government data and previous trends. Uttar Pradesh is India’s most populated state and the TFR is second highest in the country after Bihar. According to National Family Health Survey 4, UP’s Total Feritilty Rate is already witnessing a downward trend. So, what does the new 2-child policy aim to achieve? Watch the full video for more details.

 
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