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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)
Published on Apr 17, 2025 07:16 AM IST

Decline in child mortality rate in Maharashtra

The Centre’s report highlights that Maharashtra’s neonatal mortality rate stands at 11 per 1,000 live births, achieving the Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 2030 target of below 12 deaths per 1,000 live births. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)
Published on Mar 30, 2025 05:24 AM IST

UN hails India's reduction in child mortality, calls health reforms ‘exemplar’

On India, the UN report said the country has made gains through health system investment.
Published on Mar 27, 2025 08:46 AM IST