**Haryana Achieves Record Improvement in Sex Ratio at Birth**
Haryana has made significant strides in improving its sex ratio at birth (SRB), reaching 923 in 2025, a notable increase of 13 points from 910 in 2024. This marks the highest SRB recorded in the past five years, reflecting the effectiveness of various measures implemented by the state government to combat sex-selective abortions and the illegal sale of medical termination of pregnancy (MTP) kits.
In 2025, Haryana registered a total of 519,691 births, comprising 270,281 males and 249,410 females. This is a slight increase from the 516,402 births recorded in 2024, which included 246,048 females. The state’s commitment to addressing prenatal sex determination practices has played a crucial role in this improvement.
Historically, Haryana’s sex ratio has fluctuated over the years. It was recorded at 923 in 2019, slightly decreasing to 922 in 2020, and further declining to 914 in 2021. The ratio saw a modest recovery to 917 in 2022 and 916 in 2023. The state has made remarkable progress since 2014, when the SRB was at 871. It improved to 876 in 2015, jumped by 24 points to 900 in 2016, and continued to rise to 914 in 2017, maintaining stability in 2018.
Among the districts, Panchkula reported the highest SRB in the state at 971 females per 1,000 males, reflecting a significant gain of 56 points from the previous year’s figure of 915.
The ongoing efforts by the Haryana government to enforce stricter regulations against illegal practices related to sex determination and abortion are crucial in sustaining this positive trend. As the state continues to prioritize gender equality and the value of female life, the improvement in the sex ratio is a hopeful sign for the future.
**FAQ**
**What measures has Haryana taken to improve its sex ratio?**
Haryana has implemented strict regulations against sex-selective abortions and the illegal sale of MTP kits, contributing to a significant improvement in its sex ratio at birth.
