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The National Family Health Survey-6 (NFHS-6) data for Maharashtra indicates a significant rise in caesarean deliveries (33.6%), obesity, and diabetes, particularly in urban areas. Conversely, child health indicators showed improvement, with stunting and wasting declining. However, breastfeeding rates among infants below six months saw a concerning drop to 64.7%.
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