{"id":454,"date":"2025-10-06T06:15:19","date_gmt":"2025-10-06T06:15:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/drrupaliabortioncentre.com\/international\/?page_id=454"},"modified":"2025-10-06T06:15:44","modified_gmt":"2025-10-06T06:15:44","slug":"legal-abortion-in-india-in-the-second-trimester-22-24-weeks","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/drrupaliabortioncentre.com\/international\/legal-abortion-in-india-in-the-second-trimester-22-24-weeks\/","title":{"rendered":"Legal Abortion in India in the Second Trimester (22\u201324 Weeks)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Abortion in the later stages of pregnancy \u2014 particularly between <strong>22 and 24 weeks<\/strong> \u2014 remains one of the most debated aspects of reproductive healthcare in India. While early abortions are fairly accessible under Indian law, terminations in the second trimester involve higher medical risks, legal scrutiny, and emotional sensitivity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Recent legal reforms and court rulings have broadened the scope for such procedures, yet practical challenges and moral dilemmas persist. This article explores the medical aspects, legal boundaries, and ongoing challenges associated with second-trimester abortion in India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Understanding Second-Trimester Abortions<\/strong> in India upto 24 weeks<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>second trimester<\/strong> spans from the <strong>13th to the 26th week<\/strong> of pregnancy. Abortions in this stage are usually more complicated, requiring hospital-based care and expert supervision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Common Reasons for Abortions Between 22\u201324 Weeks<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Abortions during this phase are typically not elective but result from serious circumstances such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Severe fetal abnormalities<\/strong> detected during the Level-II or anomaly scan (18\u201322 weeks).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Threats to the mother\u2019s physical or mental health<\/strong>, including preeclampsia or psychological distress.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pregnancies resulting from sexual assault or contraceptive failure<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Judicial permissions<\/strong>, when courts allow late-term abortions in exceptional cases.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>In India, these late-term terminations are permitted only under strict legal and medical supervision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/drrupaliabortioncentre.com\/international\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/safe-Legal.png?resize=1024%2C683&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"24 Weeks Legal Abortion in South Delhi\" class=\"wp-image-402\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/drrupaliabortioncentre.com\/international\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/safe-Legal.png?resize=1024%2C683&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/drrupaliabortioncentre.com\/international\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/safe-Legal.png?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/drrupaliabortioncentre.com\/international\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/safe-Legal.png?resize=768%2C512&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/drrupaliabortioncentre.com\/international\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/safe-Legal.png?w=1200&amp;ssl=1 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Medical Procedures for 22\u201324 Week Abortions<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At this stage, both medical and surgical methods may be considered, depending on the gestational age, health condition, and clinical setup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. Dilation and Evacuation (D&amp;E)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A surgical method commonly used after 14\u201315 weeks. The cervix is carefully dilated, and fetal tissue is removed using suction and forceps. The procedure is usually performed under anesthesia and followed by ultrasound monitoring to ensure completeness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. Medical Induction<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In certain cases, doctors may use a combination of <strong>Mifepristone<\/strong> and <strong>Misoprostol<\/strong> to induce uterine contractions and expel pregnancy tissue. However, medical abortions after 20 weeks are rare in India and must be closely supervised in a hospital setting due to higher risks of bleeding or incomplete expulsion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. Combined Method<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Sometimes, a medically induced abortion is followed by surgical evacuation to ensure complete removal and prevent complications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Potential Risks<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Heavy bleeding or hemorrhage<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Incomplete abortion requiring re-evacuation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Uterine injury or infection<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Adverse anesthesia reactions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Emotional or mental health distress<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Nonetheless, when performed by trained professionals in licensed facilities, the risk of complications remains very low.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Legal Framework in India<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The Medical Termination of Pregnancy (MTP) Act, 1971<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/drrupaliabortioncentre.com\/international\/legal-abortion-in-india-laws-policies-legalities\/\">MTP Act, 1971<\/a><\/strong>, was India\u2019s first formal abortion law. It permitted abortion up to <strong>20 weeks<\/strong> of pregnancy for specific reasons such as risk to the woman\u2019s life, fetal abnormalities, or pregnancies due to rape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The MTP (Amendment) Act, 2021<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The 2021 amendment to the Act expanded the gestational limit for certain categories of women:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Survivors of rape or incest<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Minors<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cases of fetal abnormalities detected later in pregnancy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Women whose marital status changes during pregnancy (e.g., divorce or widowhood)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Under this law:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Abortions up to 24 weeks<\/strong> are allowed for approved categories with the recommendation of <strong>two registered medical practitioners<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Terminations <strong>beyond 24 weeks<\/strong> may only be permitted by a <strong>Medical Board<\/strong> in cases of substantial fetal abnormalities.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Judicial Interpretations<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In several cases, Indian courts have allowed abortions beyond 20 weeks on humanitarian grounds.<br>For example, the <strong>Delhi High Court (2024)<\/strong> permitted a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.drishtiias.com\/daily-updates\/daily-news-analysis\/delhi-high-court-reverses-abortion-approval-order\">22-week abortion due to mental health risks<\/a> to the mother, emphasizing that reproductive autonomy includes the right to preserve a woman\u2019s mental well-being.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These judgments reflect a gradual shift toward recognizing <strong>reproductive rights as fundamental rights<\/strong> under Article 21 of the Indian Constitution.<\/p>\n\n\n  <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n\t\t\t  <div class=\"video-container mb-4\">\n\t\t\t\t\t   <iframe width=\"720\" height=\"720\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/IgueyFT8Xnw\" title=\"Safe & Legal Abortion for International Patients in India - Dr. Rupali's Abortion Hospital\n\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n\t\t\t\t  <\/div>\n\t\t  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"hospital-ups\">\n    <div class=\"section-first\">\n      <div class=\"row align-items-center\">\n        <div class=\"col-lg-7\">\n          <div class=\"heading\">\n            <h4>Worried About<\/h4>\n            <h3>Unwanted Pregnanacy<\/h3>\n            <h5>100% Safe, Legal &amp; Painless In 15 Minutes<\/h5>\n            <h6>Delhi Govt. 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Drop from New Delhi International  Airport).<\/li>\n              <li><i class=\"fa fa-check\"><\/i> Safe Hospital Accommodation for patient &amp; attendant.<\/li>\n              <li><i class=\"fa fa-check\"><\/i> Soft Diet\u00a0after\u00a0procedure.<\/li> \n            <\/ul>\t\n\t\t\t\t  <div class=\"call-and-whatsapp-bar\" style=\"width: fit-content;\"> \n                                <a target=\"_blank\" class=\"whatsapp-icon\" href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/+919911775222?text=Hello%20I%20have%20query%20about%20MTP\"><i class=\"fab fa-whatsapp\"><\/i> Chat with Doctor<\/a>\n                            <\/div>\n\t\t\t  <\/div>\n\t\t\t  <div class=\"col-md-5\">\n\t\t\t\t <img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/drrupaliabortioncentre.com\/international\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/rupali-mishra.webp?ssl=1\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Abortion in India for International Patients\">  \t\t\t\t \n\t\t\t  <\/div>\n\t\t\t \n\t\t\t  <div class=\"about-contact\">\n            <p>Contact Helpline No. 24x7:<\/p>\n            <h4><a href=\"tel:+918800905938\">+91-8800905938<\/a><\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t  <p style=\"font-size: 1rem; font-weight: 400; margin-top:15px; margin-bottom:0;\">\n\t\t\t\t\t <b> Note:<\/b> Abortion Available for Married\/Unmarried Upto 24 Weeks.\n\t\t\t\t  <\/p>\n          <\/div>\n\t\t  <\/div>\n\t  <\/div>\n    <div class=\"section-third\">\n      <div class=\"row align-items-top\">\n        <div class=\"col-lg-5\">\n          <div class=\"special-contents-left\">\n            <h3>About Dr. Rupali's Abortion Hospital<\/h3>\n            <p>Dr. Rupali's Abortion Hospital, located in South Delhi, India, is\n              a government-approved registered facility that provides safe and\n              legal abortions up to 24 weeks. Dr. Rupali Mishra, a renowned\n              Sonologist and Physician, is the founder and driving force\n              behind our mission to offer safe &amp; assured abortion services in\n              India.\n            <\/p>\n\n            <h3>Welcoming International Patients<\/h3>\n            <p>We extend a warm invitation to patients across the globe seeking\n              for safe &amp; legal abortion services. <strong>Patients from\n                countries like\n                Oman, UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia<\/strong>, and many\n              other others\n              have already availed our safe and ethical abortion services.\n            <\/p>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"col-lg-7\">\n          <div class=\"special-contents-right\">\n            <h3>Abortion and Your Rights<\/h3>\n            <p>In India, women have the <strong>legal right to terminate a\n                pregnancy\n                upto 24 weeks<\/strong>, making it a pioneer in protecting a\n              woman's\n              choice, life, dignity and body integrity. Dr. Ruapli's Abortion\n              Hospital is behind the recent Landmark Judgement (X v. The\n              Principal Secretary Health & Family Welfare Department & Anr.\n              [2022 SCC Online SC 905]) by the Hon'ble Supreme Court of India\n              on 29.02.2022, allowing unmarried or single women to terminate\n              pregnancies upto 24 weeks.\n            <\/p>\n\n            <h3>Preparing for Your Abortion Journey<\/h3>\n            <p>Once you've confirmed your appointment with us, we'll support you\n              throughout the process. We assist with travel arrangements,\n              documentation, pre-procedure dietary guidance, airport pick-up,\n              safe accommodation near the hospital, empathetic counseling by\n              experienced female doctors, admission and discharge processes,\n              and transportation from the hotel to the hospital.\n            <\/p>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <section class=\"certification\">\n      <div class=\"container\">\n        <div class=\"row align-items-center\">\n          <img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/drrupaliabortioncentre.com\/international\/wp-content\/themes\/drrupalidiagnostics\/images\/dr-rupali-abortion-center-certificate.webp?ssl=1\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Govetment Approved Abortion Hospital Dr. Rupali's Abortion Center\">\"\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/section>\n    <div class=\"fourth-section\">\n      <div class=\"background_img\">\n        <div class=\"review_sec\">\n          <div class=\"review-items\">\n            <div class=\"review_txt\">\n              <h2><b>4000+<\/b> <br>\n                Google Reviews<\/h2>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"review_txt\">\n              <h2><b>4.9<\/b> <br>\n                ratings<\/h2>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"review_txt\">\n              <h2><b>1000+ <\/b><br>\n                Successful Procedures<\/h2>\n            <\/div>\n          <\/div>\n          <div class=\"about-contact\">\n            <p>Friendly And Dedicated Support in\n              your decision<\/p>\n            <h4><a href=\"tel:+918800905938\">+91 8800905938<\/a><a href=\"tel:+91 9911775222\"> \/+91\n                9911775222<\/a><\/h4>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"fifth-section\">\n      <div class=\"row align-items-top\">\n        <div class=\"col-lg-4\">\n          <div class=\"main-pointer upper\">\n            <i class=\"fa fa-clock\"><\/i>\n            <h4>Procedure Duration<\/h4>\n            <p>The duration of the abortion procudure varies based on\n              gestational weeks. For pregnancies less than 12 weeks, the\n              process takes approximately 3 to 4 hours from admission to\n              discharge. For Pregnancies between 12 to 24 weeks, the duration\n              is typically 3 to 4 days from admission to discharge.<\/p>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"col-lg-4\">\n          <div class=\"main-pointer upper\">\n            <i class=\"fa fa-lock\"><\/i>\n            <h4>Ensuring Safey &amp; Confidentiality<\/h4>\n            <p>All abortions at Dr. Rupali's Abortion Hospital are conducted under Safe, sterile and hygienic conditions. We prioritize and maintain the highest levels of patient confidentiality in our exclusive women-centric hospital.<\/p>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"col-lg-4\">\n          <div class=\"main-pointer upper\">\n            <i class=\"fa fa-car-alt\"><\/i>\n            <h4>Seamless Transportation<\/h4>\n            <p>Reaching us is convinient-simply arrive at the New Delhi\n              International Airport and contact us at +91-9911775222. We'll\n              take care of rest.\n            <\/p>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"col-lg-6\">\n          <div class=\"main-pointer lower\">\n            <i class=\"fa fa-handshake\"><\/i>\n            <h4>Our commitment to Your Safety and Care<\/h4>\n            <p>Dr. Rupali's Abortion Hospital upholds the highest medical\n              standards and protocols, ensuring your safety and well-being\n              from admission to discharge.\n            <\/p>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"col-lg-6\">\n          <div class=\"main-pointer lower\">\n            <i class=\"fa fa-money-bill-wave\"><\/i>\n            <h4>Cost Transparency<\/h4>\n            <p>The total cost of the abortion is determined by the gestational\n              weeks and covers all aspects from admission to discharge. We\n              believe in providing transparent and inclusive pricing.\n            <\/p>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\t  \n\t  <div class=\"section-sixth\">\n\t\t  <div class=\"row\">\n\t\t\t  <img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/drrupaliabortioncentre.com\/international\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Abortion-Comparison-copy.webp?ssl=1\" alt=\"Why Choose Dr. Rupali's Abortion Hospital\">\n\t\t  <\/div>\n\t  <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"section-sixth\">\n      <div class=\"row flex-column-reverse flex-md-row\">\n        <div class=\"col-lg-6 col-md-12\">\n          <div class=\"about-inner-content\">\n            <h4>Why Choose Dr. Rupali\u2019s Abortion Hospital?<\/h4>\n            <ul class=\"default-list\">\n\n              <li> Government-approved registered hospital for abortions up to\n                24 weeks<\/li>\n              <li> 24x7 abortion services<\/li>\n              <li> Exclusive women-centric abortion hsopital<\/li>\n              <li> Expertise in second-trimester abortions (12 to 24 weeks)\n              <\/li>\n              <li> Ensured safety and legal Compliance<\/li>\n              <li> Affordable, accesible and all-inclusive care<\/li>\n              <li> Over 1000 safe procedures, backed by 4000+ reviews and 4.9\n                rating<\/li>\n              <li> Privacy is highly prioritized<\/li>\n              <li> Holistic care and treatment<\/li>\n            <\/ul>\n\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"col-md-6 rightimage-wrap\">\n          <figure class=\"shap-right\"> <img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/drrupaliabortioncentre.com\/international\/wp-content\/themes\/drrupalidiagnostics\/images\/dr-rupali.webp?ssl=1\" alt=\"Dr Rupali's MTP Centre - Best MTP Centre in South Delhi\" loading=\"lazy\">\n          <\/figure>\n        <\/div>\n\t\t\n        <div class=\"col-lg-12 mb-3\">\n          <div id=\"myCarousel\" class=\"carousel slide\" data-ride=\"carousel\">\n            <ol class=\"carousel-indicators\">\n              <li data-target=\"#myCarousel\" data-slide-to=\"0\" class=\"active\"><\/li>\n              <li data-target=\"#myCarousel\" data-slide-to=\"1\"><\/li>\n              <li data-target=\"#myCarousel\" data-slide-to=\"2\"><\/li>\n            <\/ol>\n            <div class=\"carousel-inner\">\n              <div class=\"carousel-item active\">\n                <img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/drrupaliabortioncentre.com\/international\/wp-content\/themes\/drrupalidiagnostics\/images\/photogallery\/1.webp?ssl=1\" alt=\"Dr Rupali's Aortion Hospital- Best MTP Hospital in India, South Delhi\" class=\"img-fluid\">\n              <\/div>\n              <div class=\"carousel-item\">\n                <img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/drrupaliabortioncentre.com\/international\/wp-content\/themes\/drrupalidiagnostics\/images\/photogallery\/2.webp?ssl=1\" alt=\"Dr Rupali's Aortion Hospital- Best MTP Hospital in India, South Delhi\" class=\"img-fluid\">\n              <\/div>\n              <div class=\"carousel-item\">\n                <img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/drrupaliabortioncentre.com\/international\/wp-content\/themes\/drrupalidiagnostics\/images\/photogallery\/3.webp?ssl=1\" alt=\"Dr Rupali's Aortion Hospital- Best MTP Hospital in India, South Delhi\" class=\"img-fluid\">\n              <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <a class=\"carousel-control-prev\" href=\"#myCarousel\" role=\"button\" data-slide=\"prev\">\n              <span class=\"carousel-control-prev-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>\n              <span class=\"sr-only\">Previous<\/span>\n            <\/a>\n            <a class=\"carousel-control-next\" href=\"#myCarousel\" role=\"button\" data-slide=\"next\">\n              <span class=\"carousel-control-next-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>\n              <span class=\"sr-only\">Next<\/span>\n            <\/a>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"col-lg-8 offset-md-2\">\n          <div class=\"about-contact\">\n            <p>Friendly And Dedicated Support in\n              your decision<\/p>\n            <h4><a href=\"tel:+918800905938\">+91 8800905938<\/a><a href=\"tel:+91 9911775222\"> \/ +91\n                9911775222<\/a><\/h4>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Challenges and Real-World Barriers<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. Limited Access to Late-Term Services<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Although the law now allows abortions up to 24 weeks in specific cases, very few hospitals \u2014 especially in rural regions \u2014 are equipped or authorized to perform them. Many private clinics avoid late-term abortions due to legal uncertainty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. Awareness and Stigma<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Many women remain unaware that second-trimester abortions can be legal. Social stigma, fear of judgment, and misinformation often lead to dangerous delays or unsafe procedures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. Legal Ambiguity<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>While the MTP Act is progressive on paper, the absence of uniform state guidelines and delays in setting up medical boards often create confusion among healthcare providers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. Cost and Accessibility<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Second-trimester abortions are more expensive than early procedures. In India, private hospital costs may range from <strong>\u20b945,000 to \u20b980,000<\/strong>, depending on the method and duration of stay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5. Emotional and Psychological Impact<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Women undergoing late-term abortion often experience anxiety, guilt, or grief. Access to post-procedure counseling remains limited in most facilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Ethical Considerations<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Abortions between 22\u201324 weeks bring sensitive ethical debates:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>When does fetal viability begin?<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Should mental health be valued equally with physical health?<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>How do we balance fetal rights with maternal autonomy?<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Medical experts and legal scholars increasingly agree that a woman\u2019s well-being \u2014 both physical and psychological \u2014 must remain the central focus of abortion care.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Improving Access and Safety<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To ensure safe and legal access to second-trimester abortion, India must:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Operationalize 24-week abortion guidelines<\/strong> in every state.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Establish medical boards<\/strong> swiftly for cases beyond 24 weeks.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Enhance medical training<\/strong> for gynecologists in late-term abortion care.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Integrate mental health support<\/strong> into abortion counseling.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Strengthen public hospital infrastructure<\/strong> to reduce cost barriers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Raise awareness<\/strong> about women\u2019s reproductive rights under the MTP Act.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Abortion in India during <strong>22\u201324 weeks<\/strong> remains a delicate balance between law, medicine, and human rights. 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