India’s Maternal Mortality Ratio (MMR) declined from 97 (2018–20) to 93 (2019–21) per lakh live births. This progress, reported by the Registrar General of India, shows better maternal health outcomes. However, states like Madhya Pradesh, Assam, and Uttar Pradesh still record high MMRs, needing focused interventions.

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• MMR dropped from 97 to 93 per lakh live births between 2018–20 and 2019–21
• Shows progress in maternal health, aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals
• Highest maternal deaths in 20–29 and 30–34 age groups
• Madhya Pradesh (175), Assam (167), UP (151) have highest MMRs
• Odisha (135), Chhattisgarh (132), West Bengal (109), Haryana (106) follow
• Karnataka improved to 63, still highest among southern states
• WHO says most maternal deaths are preventable with skilled care
• India improving due to better healthcare, prenatal access, skilled attendants
• Global MMR fell ~40% since 2000; India mirrors trend
• India targets MMR <70 by 2030, as per SDG goal