UNFPA Report: India's Population Dynamics and Reproductive Health Disparities
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Report Title | Interwoven Lives, Threads of Hope: Ending Inequalities in Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights |
| Publisher | United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) |
| India's Population | Estimated at 144.17 crore, surpassing China. Expected to double in 77 years. |
| Youth Demographic | 24% of India's population is aged 0-14. |
| Maternal Health Progress | Maternal deaths decreased to 8% of global fatalities. |
| Maternal Health Challenges | Disparities persist, with high maternal mortality ratios in certain districts. |
| Gender-based Inequalities | Vulnerable groups (women with disabilities, migrants, ethnic minorities, LGBTQIA+, disadvantaged castes) face barriers to healthcare. |
| Key Challenges | Limited bodily autonomy for women and increasing restrictions on reproductive rights. |
| Call to Action | Urgent need for sustained investment and global solidarity to address disparities. |