The male infant mortality rate in India stands poised for continual improvement from 2024 onwards, with forecasted rates decreasing annually. In 2023, the rate was 23.2 deaths per thousand births, and by 2028, it is expected to drop to 17.4. Year-on-year reductions are consistent, averaging 5.2% in 2024-2025, 5.7% in 2025-2026, 6.1% in 2026-2027, and 5.9% in 2027-2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over 2024-2028 is a promising -5.7%, indicating a robust downward trend, reflecting improvements in healthcare and access to better infant care practices.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Continued enhancements in healthcare infrastructure.
- Implementation of government initiatives targeting infant care.
- Potential influence of socioeconomic factors on healthcare access.
