Infant Deaths in Attappady Spark Health and Social Concern
Twelve infants, ten of them from tribal communities, have died in Attappady this year. The deaths have led to a political row, and the State government has ordered an expert probe. Tribal activists say the problem goes beyond healthcare and must also tackle malnutrition, anaemia and deeper social issues.
Context
Attappady is a hilly forest region in Palakkad district of Keralam, home to a large tribal population. Infant deaths and malnutrition there have been recurring concerns for decades, and the area has long faced gaps in health care and food access.
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