Persistent Female Foeticide in Haryana Highlights Failure of Ground Interventions

Despite ongoing efforts, female foeticide remains prevalent in Haryana, facilitated by illegal sex-determination tests and easily accessible abortion kits. ASHA workers report deep-rooted societal preference for sons, with many families ignoring family planning after a male child. The continuous reopening of sealed illegal clinics further demoralizes health workers, revealing significant gaps in the enforcement of the PCPNDT Act.