Rising C-Section Rates in India Highlight Maternal Healthcare Trends

Data from the NFHS-6 survey released in May 2026 shows that 27.2% of births in India are now via C-section, rising to 54.1% in private hospitals.

This rate significantly exceeds the WHO-recommended 10-15% threshold, with urban families increasingly opting for elective procedures for convenience or to align with specific dates.

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