Andhra Pradesh is set to establish its first mother’s milk bank at King George Hospital (KGH) in Visakhapatnam, marking a significant step towards improving neonatal health. This initiative is part of a broader effort to reduce infant mortality by ensuring newborns, particularly those who cannot breastfeed due to medical issues, receive essential nutrition.

lactating mothers. It will then provide this milk to infants in need, especially preterm babies and those with health complications. Breast milk is essential for boosting immunity and improving survival rates for newborns.

The facility will primarily benefit the North Coastal Andhra region, including Vizianagaram and Srikakulam districts, and may also assist neighboring states like Odisha and Chhattisgarh. KGH is a crucial healthcare provider in this region.

Implementation and Community Support: The "Mother’s Care" initiative, which emphasizes breastfeeding, will encourage local mothers to donate excess milk to help malnourished or vulnerable infants. Successful operation will depend on community involvement, awareness campaigns, and support from healthcare providers.

This milk bank aims to address critical neonatal health challenges and set an example for other regions to follow.