Ballari witnessed 23 maternal deaths in 8 months

BALLARI: A series of maternal deaths in the district has brought a grim issue to light. An audit report submitted to the government by the district administration has revealed that 23 maternal deaths occurred in the district over the past 8 months.

The audit report states that 23 maternal deaths occurred in the district from April till date. Ballari Deputy Commissioner Prashant Kumar provided information on the maternal deaths that occurred at the district hospital, VIMS, and primary health centers.

According to the DC, maternal deaths are often caused by complications such as anaemia, malnutrition and other diseases during childbirth. As a result, women who undergo cesarean section deliveries are more likely to die, the report stated.