The Economic Times

Tribal children's deaths from malnutrition 'very serious': SC issues notice to Centre, states

The Supreme Court deemed the issue of child deaths from acute malnutrition in tribal regions very serious. Notices were issued to the Centre and involved state governments for urgent intervention. A petition highlighted the alarming number of fatalities among tribal children, attributed to malnutrition and preventable diseases. The public healthcare system in these areas faces significant deficiencies, affecting childrens health.