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Exclusive breastfeeding falls in India despite gains in child nutrition: NFHS-6

Exclusive breastfeeding among Indian infants under six months has significantly declined, dropping from 63.7% to 55.8% according to the NFHS-6 survey. This worrying trend, despite improvements in other child health indicators, highlights a critical gap in breastfeeding support and counselling for mothers across the nation.

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