Communication Needs Assessment in Maharashtra is one of five preparatory studies conducted for the AVERT project for providing inputs into the strategic planning to mitigate the impact of HIV/AIDS in Maharashtra. 

These studies were conducted in the Mumbai, Pune, Thane and Sangli districts of Maharashtra, and included:

• Major commercial sex access points
• Risk behaviors of key target groups
• The quality of STI/HIV health care facilities
• Condom supply and communication needs of the people.
  

These studies were funded by USAID through FHI, and conducted by premier national research agencies with technical assistance from FHI.