Breastfeeding and Infant and Young Child Feeding Practices

Manipur Tops in Breastfeeding and Infant and Young Child Feeding Practices Ranking

Manipur Tops in Breastfeeding and Infant and Young Child Feeding Practices Ranking

  • Manipur has emerged as the top most state in the ranking of Breastfeeding and Infant and Young Child Feeding Practices, released by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.
  • According to the Breastfeeding report, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan and Bihar are at the bottom positions, while Delhi is also among the worst-performing States. 
  • The Breastfeeding report is prepared based on three indicators namely
    1. early initiation of breastfeeding,
    2. exclusive breastfeeding for six months and
    3. complimentary feeding at 6-8 months of child’s age

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