New Delhi, May 30 -- More women in India are now giving birth in hospitals, especially private ones, the latest National Family and Health Surveys (NFHS) released on Friday by the ministry of health and family welfare has revealed. Births in hospitals saw an increase from 88.6% in the 5th survey (2019-2021) to 90.6% in the 6th survey that captures data in 2023-2024. "The survey shows continued progress in safe childbirth, with institutional deliveries increasing from 88.6% to 90.6%, and births attended by skilled health personnel improving from 89.4% to 91.3%. Coverage of postnatal care within 48 hours after delivery has also improved to 82.8%, strengthening continuity of care for both mothers and newborns," the report states. Rise in insti...