Kurukshetra’s Daughters: A Slow but Steady Rise
Kurukshetra district has witnessed a positive shift in its sex ratio at birth (SRB), reaching 919 by June 2025. This follows a dip in 2022, indicating a gradual improvement in the fight against gender inequality.
The district administration has been actively combating illegal sex determination practices. Since 2021, authorities have conducted numerous raids, leading to the arrest of 95 individuals involved in these illegal activities.
These raids specifically target those offering prenatal sex determination services at homes, highlighting the authorities’ efforts to curb this practice at its roots.
The improved SRB is attributed to a combination of stricter monitoring and intensified enforcement against illegal sex determination. The administration remains vigilant in its efforts to further improve the ratio.
This progress in Kurukshetra offers a glimmer of hope in the ongoing national battle against female foeticide. The sustained efforts showcase how proactive measures can yield positive results in addressing deeply entrenched societal biases. The fight, however, is far from over and requires continued vigilance and community participation.
