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ArticleIndian pediatrics2026

Operational Challenges in Home-Based Newborn Care (HBNC) Program Delivery in Delhi: A Qualitative Study.

Pragya Sharma, Ajanya Vattaparambil, Ritika Bakshi, Nidhi Bhatnagar, Shivani Rao

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Pragya SharmaRoom No 328, Department of Community Medicine, Maulana Azad Medical College, New Delhi, India.
Ajanya VattaparambilRoom No 328, Department of Community Medicine, Maulana Azad Medical College, New Delhi, India.
Ritika BakshiDepartment of Community Medicine, Amrita School of Medicine, Faridabad, Haryana, India.
Nidhi BhatnagarRoom No 328, Department of Community Medicine, Maulana Azad Medical College, New Delhi, India. bhatnagarnidhi.mamc@gmail.com.
Shivani RaoRoom No 328, Department of Community Medicine, Maulana Azad Medical College, New Delhi, India.

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objectiveTo understand the operational challenges in the effective implementation of the home-based newborn care (HBNC) program based on qualitative assessment of the stakeholders.

methodsInterviews were conducted among various stakeholders [Accredited Social Health Activists (ASHAs), Auxillary Nurse Midwives (ANMs), medical officers, beneficiaries, ASHA coordinators, district program officers, nodal officers] of all the 11 districts of Delhi. Data management was done using NVivo 11 software and analyzed using inductive content analysis.

resultsThe knowledge of the HBNC program was satisfactory with a lack of specific and regular training on the subject. The lack of trust in quality of the HBNC kit, ineffective referral systems, and lack of on-the-job field monitoring and supervision of ASHAs were the major challenges in the program implementation. Migration of beneficiaries, myths, and cultural practices in the society along with administrative work overload affected the performance of the program.

conclusionRegular training for ASHAs, quality assurance, and testing of kits are required for better HBNC service delivery. Framework for supportive supervision and procedural support in establishing referral linkages for sick newborns is essential for the effective implementation of the program.

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Home Care ServicesFemaleHumansIndiaInfant, NewbornQualitative ResearchASHAHBNCNeonateNewborn

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