India’s Sterilization Program

India’s Sterilization Program aims to control population growth by offering voluntary surgical methods, mainly vasectomies for men and tubectomies for women. It’s part of the national family planning strategy, encouraging couples to choose sterilization after completing their desired family size. The program involves counseling, awareness efforts, and sometimes financial incentives to motivate participation. While it has contributed to population stabilization, it has also faced criticism over coercion, safety concerns, and uneven access across regions. Overall, it seeks to promote reproductive health and sustainable development by helping individuals plan their families responsibly.