Child Mortality in India

According to the Sample Registration System (SRS) Statistical Report, 2020 released in September 2022, India’s Under-5 Mortality Rate stood at 32 while Infant and Neonatal Mortality Rates were 28 and 20 respectively.

• Child Mortality is the death (mortality) of children under 5 years of age.
• Infant Mortality Rate (IMR) refers to the probability of dying between birth and exactly 1 year of age, expressed per 1,000 live births.
• Neonatal Mortality Rate (NMR) refers to the probability of dying during the first 28 days of life, expressed per 1,000 live births.

Reasons for high Child Mortality in India

• Poor Infrastructure
• Poor Nutrition
• Lack of Skilled ....