📉 What is the Global Hunger Index?

The Global Hunger Index (GHI) is a tool designed to comprehensively measure and track hunger at the global, regional, and national levels. It is published annually by Concern Worldwide and Welthungerhilfe, two leading international NGOs.

📊 India’s GHI Rank in 2024

  • India’s Rank: 111 out of 125 countries
  • GHI Score: 28.7
  • Hunger Level: Serious

This ranking places India in a worse position than some of its neighbors, including:

  • Nepal – Rank 69
  • Bangladesh – Rank 81
  • Pakistan – Rank 102

📌 Key Indicators Contributing to India's Score

  1. Undernourishment: A High percentage of the population lacks adequate food intake
  2. Child Wasting: Children under five with low weight for height remain alarming
  3. Child Stunting: Chronic undernutrition reflected in poor growth
  4. Child Mortality: The under-five mortality rate remains a critical concern

⚠️ Why the Low Rank?

Despite economic progress, India faces persistent challenges in:

  • Poor nutrition and food distribution
  • Widespread poverty in rural and tribal areas
  • Gaps in public healthcare and sanitation

🌱 The Way Forward

To improve its GHI ranking, India needs focused efforts in:

  • Strengthening nutrition programs like POSHAN Abhiyaan
  • Improving access to quality healthcare
  • Empowering women and educating families about child care and nutrition

📅 When Will the GHI 2025 Be Released?

The GHI 2025 report is expected around October 2025. This post will be updated once the latest data is available.

🗣️ Final Thought

India’s performance on the Global Hunger Index is a reminder that economic growth must go hand-in-hand with social development. Let’s work toward a hunger-free India.