“Children Aged 6-59 Months Who Are Anaemic” refers to the proportion of young children within this age group who have insufficient levels of haemoglobin in their blood, a condition known as anaemia. Haemoglobin, a protein found in red blood cells, is essential for transporting oxygen throughout the body. Anaemia in children can result from nutritional deficiencies, particularly a lack of iron, folate, or vitamin B12, as well as infections or chronic diseases.

This indicator is critical because anaemia can impair cognitive and physical development, weaken the immune system, and increase susceptibility to infections, significantly affecting a child’s growth and well-being. It is commonly measured through blood tests that assess haemoglobin levels, with thresholds established by the World Health Organization (WHO) to classify different severities of anaemia. Monitoring this indicator helps track children’s health and nutritional status, guiding policies aimed at reducing malnutrition and improving child health outcomes.