Feminisminindia iconFeminisminindiaSep 14, 2026

Why Governments Are Ignoring The Issue Of Maternal Deaths

Despite large-scale programmes and the availability of the necessary technology to prevent maternal deaths, India's Maternal Mortality Ratio (MMR) has not declined significantly.

Why Governments Are Ignoring The Issue Of Maternal Deaths

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Despite large-scale programmes and the availability of the necessary technology to prevent maternal deaths, India's Maternal Mortality Ratio (MMR) has not declined significantly.

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Despite large-scale programmes and the availability of the necessary technology to prevent maternal deaths, India's Maternal Mortality Ratio (MMR) has not declined significantly.

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