'Total births down 2.7% in a year': Delhis sex ratio dips to 920; experts flag rise in parental sex testing

Delhi's sex ratio at birth has declined for the fourth consecutive year, reaching 920 females per 1,000 males in 2024, raising concerns about illegal prenatal sex determination. The city also experienced a decrease in registered births and an increase in deaths. Lower education levels among mothers correlate with higher fertility rates, while septicemia remains a significant cause of infant mortality.