Introduction The Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) were adopted by the United Nations in 2000 as a global commitment to address the most pressing social, economic, and environmental challenges by 2015. Among the eight MDGs, several are directly linked to health outcomes, reflecting the intrinsic connection between health, poverty alleviation, and sustainable development. India, as a…
Introduction India’s monsoon season is both a boon and a challenge. While it replenishes water reservoirs, supports agriculture, and sustains ecosystems, it also creates conditions conducive to the proliferation of vector-borne diseases. Diseases such as dengue, malaria, chikungunya, and Japanese encephalitis often spike in the post-monsoon period due to stagnant water, flooding, and increased vector…
Introduction Population growth is one of the most significant challenges faced by India, impacting economic development, resource management, and social well-being. Recognizing the need to address population growth systematically, the Government of India introduced the National Population Policy (NPP) 2000. This policy aimed to achieve a stable population level by 2045, aligning with sustainable economic…