Undernutrition status among tribal children of India—a systematic review & meta-analysis

This systematic review and meta-analysis highlight the alarmingly high burden of undernutrition among tribal children of India, with nearly half of the population being underweight and stunted and a substantial proportion suffering from wasting. These findings highlight the pressing need for tailored public health interventions that tackle the specific challenges encountered by tribal communities, including improving healthcare access, addressing poverty, and overcoming geographical barriers. Targeted interventions focusing on nutrition supplementation, health service accessibility, and socio-economic support are urgently recommended to reduce undernutrition in tribal children.