In keeping with WHO’s theme for World Health Day 2025, “Healthy Beginnings, Hopeful Futures,” India is strengthening its healthcare systems through programs like the National Health Mission and Ayushman Bharat, making notable strides in boosting public health infrastructure, expanding access to digital healthcare, and improving maternal and child health. Every year on April 7, we commemorate World Health Day, which emphasizes the significance of global health and urges cooperation in tackling urgent health issues.
Established in 1950 by the World Health Organization (WHO), it brings together communities, governments, and organizations to address important health issues annually. Through a number of important projects and programs, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has significantly improved India’s public health results, according to an official announcement. According to the announcement, India’s maternal mortality ratio (MMR) decreased by 33 points, from 130 per 1,000 live births in 2014–16 to 97 per 1,000 live births in 2018–20. According to the announcement, “MMR declined by 83% in India over the last 30 years (1990-2020).”
The Indian government has reduced infant mortality rates from 39 to 28 per 1,000 live births, neonatal mortality rates from 26 to 20 per 1,000 live births, and under-5 mortality rates from 45 to 32 per 1,000 live births. Initiatives for maternal health and pregnant women include Maternal Death Surveillance and Response, Mother and Child Protection Cards, Reproductive and Child Health Portals, and Anaemia Mukt Bharat. As of April 5, 2025, over 1.76 lakh active Ayushman Arogya Mandirs provide comprehensive primary health care.
