Women’s health is core to India’s advancement, yet millions of women face avertible deaths, stigma, organized disregard. From maternal mortality to menstrual taboos, the difficulties are pressing and extremely tied to gender bias.
Maternal Mortality
India has lowered maternal deaths but still records avertible losses due to below par access to urgent care, poor abortions, and scarcity of skilled health workers. Government schemes have supported, but quality and inclusivity remain poor, particularly in rural areas.
Malnutrition and Anaemia
Most of Indian women of reproductive age are anaemic. Poor nutrition not only damages mothers but also leads to underweight children, commemorating cycles of poor-health.
Menstrual Taboos
Menstruation remains stigmatized. Absence of hygiene products, secure facilities, and open conversations forces girls to leave school and women to risk infections. The quietness around periods loots women of honour and equality.
Reproductive and Mental Health
Access to contraception, secure abortions, and sexual health education is still restricted. Women also face mental health difficulties linked to violence, postpartum anxiety, and societal pressure—yet services remain limited.
Barriers
✅Economic dependence on men
✅Patriarchal decision-making
✅Rural-urban healthcare divide
Way Forward
✅Upgrade maternal care and nutrition
✅Terminate menstrual stigma with education and reasonable hygiene
✅Enlarge reproductive rights and mental health services
✅Ensure women’s participation in healthcare policy
Conclusion
Women’s health is not just medical—it is societal fairness. India cannot prosper until its women are sturdy, empowered, and free from quietness and shame.