India's immunization coverage reaches 93.23% for FY 2023-24

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India's Full Immunization Coverage for FY 2023-24 is 93.23%, with over 90% coverage for most antigens, surpassing global averages. The number of zero-dose children is just 0.11% of the population, reflecting a 34% reduction since 2014. The Universal Immunization Programme targets 2.6 crore children annually, achieving a decline in Under-5 Mortality Rate from 45 to 32 per 1,000 live births since 2014.


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