Jammu and Kashmir is experiencing a falling fertility rate of 1.4
Jammu – Nova IVF Fertility launches its 100th centre in Jammu, bringing fertility care closer to patients in the region. The Total Fertility Rate (TFR) in J&K has reached 1.4, which is significantly below the replacement level of 2.1.
While the average age of marriage remains within the expected range, delayed medical intervention is a common trend in Jammu. There’s still hesitation when it comes to seeking fertility treatment. Many couples wait for years, often trying alternative options, before approaching a fertility specialist. People in Tier 2 cities like Jammu are more open to discussing infertility now than before, but there is still some social stigma attached especially around undergoing treatments like IVF.
Mr Sameer Malik, Regional Business Head – North India, Nova IVF Fertility, said “The opening of the center in Jammu reflects upon Nova’s vision to provide quality fertility care across the width and breadth of India. With over 100 IVF centers across 63 cities, Nova is committed to this vison. In Northern India itself, currently we have 28 centres across 21 cities and our entry into Jammu, reflects the widening need for quality fertility services beyond metros. The aim is to ensure that couples don’t have to travel far or delay fertility treatment due to lack of access to quality care”.
Nova IVF adheres to standardised European clinical and embryology protocols at every centre, ensuring consistency, safety, and success, irrespective of geography. Embryologists are scientists who work in IVF labs to create embryos. Dr Sonia Malik, Chief Clinical Mentor, at Nova IVF Fertility said, “We place the science of embryology at the heart of our IVF treatment. Ninety per cent of our IVF cycles utilize the couple's eggs and sperm, and our highly skilled embryologists are dedicated to maximizing success rates.”
Nova IVF Fertility’s fertility specialists have been observing a growing number of infertility cases linked to changing lifestyle patterns. People are leading sedentary lifestyles and there is a rising consumption of junk food.
“Most female infertility cases we see are related to PCOS, lower egg quantity and quality, and blockage of fallopian tubes. This can be sometimes caused by undiagnosed pelvic infections or genital Tuberculosis. Among men, roughly 25% of infertility cases are attributed to male factor issues, with substance use, particularly few cases of drug addictions. There is a need for couples to come on time and not delay.” said Dr Poonam Pandotra, Fertility Specialist at Nova IVF Fertility’s newly opened Jammu centre.
Nova IVF Fertility in Jammu is a comprehensive fertility treatment center that has a well-equipped lab with the latest technologies and follows international standards for delivering fertility treatments.
About Nova IVF Fertility
Nova IVF Fertility (NIF) is India’s leading and fastest-growing chain of fertility and IVF centres and part of Asia Healthcare Holdings – the country’s only platform dedicated exclusively to single-speciality healthcare. With a legacy built on trust, transparency, and clinical excellence, Nova IVF Fertility has enabled over 92,000+ clinical pregnancies through its advanced reproductive technologies.
Backed by a team of internationally trained embryologists and IVF specialists with over a decade of experience on average, NIF brings global best practices and ethical standards to the heart of India’s fertility landscape. The centres offer a full spectrum of fertility treatments, including medical management, basic Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART), and advanced ART procedures, all tailored to each couple’s unique journey. With a footprint spanning 100 centres across 63 cities, Nova IVF Fertility is committed to making world-class fertility care accessible, personalised, and outcome-driven for couples across India.
