More than half of Odisha’s PVTG adult women anaemic, says a study by Utkal University
A study by Utkal University revealed that over 53% of adult women from Odisha's particularly vulnerable tribal groups (PVTGs) are anaemic, alongside 37% of adult men. The research, which surveyed 9,222 individuals across 10 PVTGs, highlights significant health inequities and nutritional deficiencies, particularly among the Mankidia and Bonda tribes. The findings underscore the urgent need for targeted nutritional interventions and improved healthcare access in these communities.