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India's Maternal Mortality Ratio Drops From 130 To 87 In Last 10 Years: Govt

From 130 maternal deaths per lakh live births during 2014–16, India has achieved a 43-point reduction in the Maternal Mortality Ratio (MMR) between 2022 and 2024, according to the government.

Currently, the MMR in the country stands at 87 maternal deaths per lakh live births. 

In an official statement, the government credited the achievement to Pradhan Mantri Surakshit Matritva Abhiyaan (PMSMA), which today completed a decade.

Launched in June 2016, PMSMA provides free, comprehensive antenatal care to pregnant women at designated government health facilities on the 9th of every month. 

More than 7.50 crore pregnant women have received antenatal services under PMSMA in addition to routine ANC check-up services in the last 10 years. The Extended PMSMA, launched in 2022, strengthens follow-up care and tracking for high-risk pregnancies. 

"Over the past decade, the Pradhan Mantri Surakshit Matritva Abhiyaan has transformed the delivery of antenatal care in India. Quality maternal healthcare is now more accessible, systematic and responsive," the statement said. 

“The remarkable decline in the Maternal Mortality Ratio from 130 to 87 over the past decade demonstrates how focused interventions can save thousands of lives,” it added.

The government noted that PMSMA works through: 

<ul><li>Early identification of high-risk pregnancies</li><li>Regular monitoring</li><li>Timely medical intervention </li></ul>

"PMSMA has demonstrated that when quality healthcare reaches women at the right time, it saves lives, prevents complications and creates healthier beginnings for families and future generations," the govt said. 

The PMSMA service package includes clinical examinations, laboratory investigations (blood and urine tests), ultrasonography, medicines, and counselling on nutrition, birth planning, and safe pregnancy practices. 

<ul><li>Minimum one comprehensive and quality antenatal check-up by an Obstetrician and Gynecologist or a Comprehensive Emergency Obstetric and Newborn Care (CEmONC) trained doctor during the second or third trimester.</li><li>Mobilizing pregnant women for specialist antenatal care services at designated public health facilities.</li><li>High-risk pregnancy identification by screening for 25 high-risk factors and management at an early stage.</li><li>Linking high-risk pregnancies to the nearest First Referral Unit (FRU) for safe delivery.</li><li>Empanelment of private service providers for PMSMA service provision.</li><li>Essential blood and urine investigations and ultrasonography.</li><li>Counselling on nutrition, appropriate birth planning, and complication readiness for every pregnant woman. </li></ul>

<ul><li>Pregnant women in their second trimester (13–27 weeks) or third trimester (28 weeks until delivery).</li><li>Indian citizens residing in India who are willing to visit designated government health facilities on the 9th of every month.</li><li>High-risk pregnancy cases, which receive priority attention and follow-up care.</li><li>Women who are dropouts from regular antenatal care and are actively encouraged to participate. </li></ul>

<h2>What Is Maternal Mortality Ratio? </h2>

MMR is defined as the number of maternal deaths per one lakh live births during a given period. 

A maternal death refers to the death of a woman during pregnancy or within 42 days of termination of pregnancy due to causes related to or aggravated by the pregnancy or its management, excluding accidental or incidental causes. 

Maternal health remains one of the clearest indicators of the strength and inclusiveness of a country's healthcare system. 

"As India marches towards Viksit Bharat@2047, PMSMA will continue to transform the maternal healthcare landscape by ensuring that every pregnancy is safer and every mother receives the care she deserves. With continued commitment and collective action, PMSMA can help usher in an era where no woman loses her life while giving life, strengthening the foundations of a healthier and more prosperous India," the statement said.

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From 130 maternal deaths per lakh live births during 2014–16, India has achieved a 43-point reduction in the Maternal Mortality Ratio (MMR) between 2022 and 2024, according to the government. Currently, the MMR in the country stands at 87 maternal deaths per lakh live births. In an official statement, the government credited the achievement to Pradhan Mantri Surakshit Matritva Abhiyaan (PMSMA), which today completed a decade. Launched in June 2016, PMSMA provides free, comprehensive antenatal care to pregnant women at designated government health facilities on the 9th of every month. More than 7.50 crore pregnant women have received antenatal services under PMSMA in addition to routine ANC check-up services in the last 10 years. The Extended PMSMA, launched in 2022, strengthens follow-up care and tracking for high-risk pregnancies. "Over the past decade, the Pradhan Mantri Surakshit Matritva Abhiyaan has transformed the delivery of antenatal care in India. Quality maternal healthcare is now more accessible, systematic and responsive," the statement said. “The remarkable decline in the Maternal Mortality Ratio from 130 to 87 over the past decade demonstrates how focused interventions can save thousands of lives,” it added. How PMSMA Works The government noted that PMSMA works through: Early identification of high-risk pregnanciesRegular monitoringTimely medical intervention "PMSMA has demonstrated that when quality healthcare reaches women at the right time, it saves lives, prevents complications and creates healthier beginnings for families and future generations," the govt said.   Services Offered Under PMSMA The PMSMA service package includes clinical examinations, laboratory investigations (blood and urine tests), ultrasonography, medicines, and counselling on nutrition, birth planning, and safe pregnancy practices. Key features include: Minimum one comprehensive and quality antenatal check-up by an Obstetrician and Gynecologist or a Comprehensive Emergency Obstetric and Newborn Care (CEmONC) trained doctor during the second or third trimester.Mobilizing pregnant women for specialist antenatal care services at designated public health facilities.High-risk pregnancy identification by screening for 25 high-risk factors and management at an early stage.Linking high-risk pregnancies to the nearest First Referral Unit (FRU) for safe delivery.Empanelment of private service providers for PMSMA service provision.Essential blood and urine investigations and ultrasonography.Counselling on nutrition, appropriate birth planning, and complication readiness for every pregnant woman. Who Can Access PMSMA Services? The program is available to: Pregnant women in their second trimester (13–27 weeks) or third trimester (28 weeks until delivery).Indian citizens residing in India who are willing to visit designated government health facilities on the 9th of every month.High-risk pregnancy cases, which receive priority attention and follow-up care.Women who are dropouts from regular antenatal care and are actively encouraged to participate.   What Is Maternal Mortality Ratio? MMR is defined as the number of maternal deaths per one lakh live births during a given period. A maternal death refers to the death of a woman during pregnancy or within 42 days of termination of pregnancy due to causes related to or aggravated by the pregnancy or its management, excluding accidental or incidental causes. Maternal health remains one of the clearest indicators of the strength and inclusiveness of a country's healthcare system. "As India marches towards Viksit Bharat@2047, PMSMA will continue to transform the maternal healthcare landscape by ensuring that every pregnancy is safer and every mother receives the care she deserves. With continued commitment and collective action, PMSMA can help usher in an era where no woman loses her life while giving life, strengthening the foundations of a healthier and more prosperous India," the statement said.

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