Paper on MDG 7-7-7

It is an attempt to discuss the MDG goals in the context of Maharashtra.

MAHARASHTRA AT 7-7-7 : Evolving Policy Context

The poverty alleviation programmes in Maharashtra have dominantly focused on creation of incomes. Poverty eradication through skill creation and skill upgradation has taken a backseat in the context of Maharashtra.

MAHARASHTRA AT 7-7-7 : INTRODUCTION

Wada Na Todo Abhiyan (Maharashtra) by utilizing the MDG-framework, has made an effort to provide ‘an alternative’ civil society perspective on the achievement of the Millennium Development Goals in the state of Maharashtra. The aim is to provide a candid picture, as much based on data and statistics, as on the views of civil society, anecdotal evidences and direct inputs from people.

MAHARASHTRA AT 7-7-7 : WIDENING DISPARITIES IN MAHARASHTRA

Maharashtra’s gross state domestic product during 2006-07 is expected to grow at a rate of 9.3% over 2005- 06. It is a proven fact that Maharashtra’s growth trajectory aids in defining the growth path of India. Around 13% of India’s industrial produce and more than quarter of India’s tertiary activities get generated in this State.

MAHARASHTRA AT 7-7-7: EDUCATION IN MAHARASHTRA

With a literacy rate of 77.6% (recorded in the National Family Health Survey-2005-06), Maharashtra is perceived as one of the more advanced states in the field of education. In a statewide survey carried out in 2006, an estimated 81.9% of the population aged 7 and above were found to be literate1.

MAHARASHTRA AT 7-7-7: IS MAHARASHTRA AN OVERALL HEALTHY STATE?

Rapid urbanization, growing migration and changing tastes and preferences have imparted a strong sociocultural dimension to Maharashtra’s health scenario.