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Haryana Reports Lowest Sex Ratio at Birth in Eight Years
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 01 Sep 2026, 03:49 PM
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The state of Haryana has recorded the lowest sex ratio at birth in the past eight years, according to recent data released by the government.
The state of Haryana has reported the lowest sex ratio at birth in eight years, a figure that highlights the persistent gender imbalance in the region.
The data, released by the state health department, shows a decline in the number of girls born per 1,000 boys, a key indicator of gender equity at the earliest stage of life.
Experts warn that such a trend reflects deep‑rooted societal preferences and underscores the need for stronger enforcement of laws such as the Pre‑Conception and Pre‑Natal Diagnostic Techniques (PCPNDT) Act.
In response, Haryana officials have announced a series of measures, including public awareness campaigns and tighter monitoring of prenatal diagnostic practices, to curb the gender imbalance and promote equal opportunities for all children.
The data, released by the state health department, shows a decline in the number of girls born per 1,000 boys, a key indicator of gender equity at the earliest stage of life.
Experts warn that such a trend reflects deep‑rooted societal preferences and underscores the need for stronger enforcement of laws such as the Pre‑Conception and Pre‑Natal Diagnostic Techniques (PCPNDT) Act.
In response, Haryana officials have announced a series of measures, including public awareness campaigns and tighter monitoring of prenatal diagnostic practices, to curb the gender imbalance and promote equal opportunities for all children.