NFHS-6 Data: Odisha Sees Rise in Domestic Violence, C-Sections, and Obesity Among Women
मुख्य बातें
- •Rising domestic violence**: 18% of women aged 18-49 in Odisha reported partner violence, higher in rural areas (19.6%) than urban (15.2%).
- •Decline in decision-making autonomy**: Only 87.2% of women in Odisha are involved in household decisions, down from 90% in NFHS-5.
- •High C-section rates**: 29.4% of births in Odisha are via C-section, far exceeding WHO’s recommended 10-15%.
- •Gaps in child health**: 4% of children (12-23 months) remain unvaccinated, and 26.8% are stunted.
The latest National Family Health Survey (NFHS-6), conducted by the Union Ministry of Family and Health Welfare (MoHFW), has exposed significant challenges in women’s health, safety, and autonomy in Odisha. Among the most alarming findings is that nearly one in five women aged 18-49 in the state (18%) reported experiencing domestic violence from their partners. This prevalence was higher in rural areas, where 19.6% of women faced such violence, compared to 15.2% in urban regions. The survey also highlights a concerning decline in women’s participation in household decision-making, with only 87.2% of women in Odisha actively involved in key decisions—slightly below the national average of 89% and down from 90% in the previous NFHS-5 (2019-21).
