Archive · 11 Jun 2025
Haryana's Abortion Crackdown Sees MTP Kit Sales Drop Sharply
Haryana is trying to stop illegal abortions because they want to improve the number of girls being born compared to boys.
They've noticed a lot fewer kits used for ending pregnancies are being sold.
The government is making sure that only authorized doctors and clinics can get these kits, and they're watching carefully to make sure everything is done safely.
They're also checking clinics and doctors to make sure they aren't performing abortions just because the baby is a girl.
They hope these steps will mean more girls are born in the coming months.
Haryana's crackdown on illegal abortions led to a significant decrease in the sale of MTP kits.
The state's sex ratio at birth is concerning, with 910 girls per 1,000 boys in 2024.
Authorities are monitoring wholesalers and restricting sales to authorized MTP centers.
Inspections of MTP centers are being conducted, with potential license revocations for violations.
Officials anticipate improvements in the sex ratio at birth by August-September.
- Who
- Haryana authorities and state officials.
- What
- Crackdown on illegal abortions leading to a decrease in MTP kit sales.
- When
- Decline in MTP kit sales observed between March and June.
- Where
- Haryana, India
- Why
- To curb illegal abortions, improve the sex ratio, and ensure safe practices.
Authorities
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Government Action
Authorities
Strictly enforcing regulations to curb illegal abortions and improve sex ratio.
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- Sex Ratio (2024)
- 910 girls per 1,000 boys
- MTP Kits Sold (March)
- 40,763 (fortnightly)
- MTP Kits Sold (June)
- 470 (fortnightly)
- Authorized Wholesalers
- 32
- MTP Centers Revoked/Withdrawn
- 300