Hyderabad, May 11 -- The latest data released by the Sample Registration System (SRS) under the Union Ministry of Home Affairs reveals a slight increase in the Maternal Mortality Ratio (MMR) in Telangana during the period 2019-21.

The MMR in Telangana rose from 43 per 100,000 live births in 2018-20 to 45 in 2019-21. Despite this marginal increase, Telangana continues to maintain one of the lowest maternal mortality rates among Indian states, reflecting its strong performance in maternal health.

Telangana's MMR of 45 is also slightly lower than Andhra Pradesh's 46 for the same period.

Both states have seen a small rise compared to the previous period, but remain well below the national average MMR of 93 recorded in 2019-21.

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