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Haryana's Sex Ratio Surges 13 Points!
2 Jan
Summary
- Haryana's sex ratio at birth reached 923 in 2025, a 13-point increase.
- This improvement is the highest in five years, signaling a win for 'save the girl child'.
- Aggressive crackdown and innovative 'reverse tracking' policy drove the SRB surge.
Haryana's sex ratio at birth (SRB) has seen a remarkable 13-point improvement, reaching 923 in 2025, the highest in five years. This significant jump from 910 in 2024 signifies a major victory in the state's ongoing efforts to combat sex-selective abortions and promote gender equality.
The turnaround was fueled by a comprehensive strategy, including a stringent crackdown on the illegal abortion trade and the implementation of an innovative 'reverse tracking' policy. This policy focused on monitoring pregnant women with a previous girl child, who are most vulnerable to societal pressures. Additionally, over 150 FIRs were registered under relevant acts, and MTP kits supply chains were disrupted.
This success is a testament to coordinated efforts across various government departments, bolstered by Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 'Beti Bachao Beti Padhao' initiative. The improvement has been observed across most districts, with several showing dramatic gains, underscoring the effectiveness of the year-long intensified surveillance and interventions.
