Maternal deaths have reduced up to 45% since 1990 across the globe, according to the latest data of World Health Organization (WHO). However, every day approximately 800 women die from preventable causes related to pregnancy and childbirth. India accounts for a huge number of such maternal deaths. ?As per the annual health survey (AHS), second updation, maternal mortality ratio (MMR) of Uttarkhand is 165 per lakh live births. While Kumaon division has recorded an MMR of 182, Garhwal Garhwal has registered 158 MMR. Read More?at ?www.timesofindia.indiatimes.com