An AI generated image used for representation purpose only NEW DELHI: The sixth round of the National Family Health Survey (NFHS-6), one of India’s largest and most comprehensive health surveys, is expected to be released in the first fortnight of May by the Union health minister, officials said.Conducted during 2023-24, the survey covered 6,79,238 households across all States and Union Territories, generating a vast dataset on health, nutrition and population indicators that will serve as a key reference for policymakers and programme managers.NFHS is widely used to track long-term trends and benchmark progress in critical areas such as maternal and child health, fertility, nutrition and disease burden. The upcoming round is expected to provide updated insights following the previous survey conducted in 2019-21.For the first time, NFHS-6 was carried out entirely using a digital platform through Computer-Assisted Personal Interviewing (CAPI), with built-in checks for real-time error detection and validation to improve data quality.Officials said the survey involved rigorous field supervision and multi-level scrutiny, including extensive validation and review processes, to ensure accuracy, consistency and reliability of estimates.The release is expected to be closely watched by both the Centre and states, as the findings will shape future health policies, programme design and resource allocation.New Delhi: The sixth round of the National Family Health Survey (NFHS-6), one of India’s largest and most comprehensive health surveys, is expected to be released in the first fortnight of May by the Union health minister, officials said.Conducted during 2023-24, the survey covered 6,79,238 households across all States and Union Territories, generating a vast dataset on health, nutrition and population indicators that will serve as a key reference for policymakers and programme managers.NFHS is widely used to track long-term trends and benchmark progress in critical areas such as maternal and child health, fertility, nutrition and disease burden. The upcoming round is expected to provide updated insights following the previous survey conducted in 2019-21.For the first time, NFHS-6 was carried out entirely using a digital platform through Computer-Assisted Personal Interviewing (CAPI), with built-in checks for real-time error detection and validation to improve data quality.Officials said the survey involved rigorous field supervision and multi-level scrutiny, including extensive validation and review processes, to ensure accuracy, consistency and reliability of estimates.The release is expected to be closely watched by both the Centre and states, as the findings will shape future health policies, programme design and resource allocation.About the AuthorAnuja JaiswalAnuja Jaiswal is a Senior Assistant Editor at The Times of India, with an impressive 18-year career in narrative journalism. She specializes in health and heritage reporting, expertly simplifying complex health information to make it engaging and understandable for readers. Her deep dives into heritage topics are well-researched, resulting in captivating narratives that resonate with her audience. 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NEW DELHI: The sixth round of the National Family Health Survey (NFHS-6), one of India’s largest and most comprehensive health surveys, is expected to be released in the first fortnight of May by the Union health minister, officials said.Conducted during 2023-24, the survey covered 6,79,238 households across all States and Union Territories, generating a vast dataset on health, nutrition and population indicators that will serve as a key reference for policymakers and programme managers.NFHS is widely used to track long-term trends and benchmark progress in critical areas such as maternal and child health, fertility, nutrition and disease burden. The upcoming round is expected to provide updated insights following the previous survey conducted in 2019-21.For the first time, NFHS-6 was carried out entirely using a digital platform through Computer-Assisted Personal Interviewing (CAPI), with built-in checks for real-time error detection and validation to improve data quality.Officials said the survey involved rigorous field supervision and multi-level scrutiny, including extensive validation and review processes, to ensure accuracy, consistency and reliability of estimates.The release is expected to be closely watched by both the Centre and states, as the findings will shape future health policies, programme design and resource allocation.New Delhi: The sixth round of the National Family Health Survey (NFHS-6), one of India’s largest and most comprehensive health surveys, is expected to be released in the first fortnight of May by the Union health minister, officials said.Conducted during 2023-24, the survey covered 6,79,238 households across all States and Union Territories, generating a vast dataset on health, nutrition and population indicators that will serve as a key reference for policymakers and programme managers.NFHS is widely used to track long-term trends and benchmark progress in critical areas such as maternal and child health, fertility, nutrition and disease burden. The upcoming round is expected to provide updated insights following the previous survey conducted in 2019-21.For the first time, NFHS-6 was carried out entirely using a digital platform through Computer-Assisted Personal Interviewing (CAPI), with built-in checks for real-time error detection and validation to improve data quality.Officials said the survey involved rigorous field supervision and multi-level scrutiny, including extensive validation and review processes, to ensure accuracy, consistency and reliability of estimates.The release is expected to be closely watched by both the Centre and states, as the findings will shape future health policies, programme design and resource allocation.
