May 9, 2025
Karnataka's Maternal Mortality Ratio Decreases to 63 per Lakh Live Births
Karnataka's Maternal Mortality Ratio drops to 63 per lakh live births in 2019-21, indicating a positive trend in reducing maternal deaths during childbirth. The state has shown improvement since 2016, with challenges possibly linked to the pandemic. Despite being the highest in southern states, Karnataka has seen the most significant decline in MMR. Collective efforts and strategic investments have played a crucial role in this achievement.