India is on a transformative journey to strengthen its healthcare infrastructure, ensuring quality medical services are accessible to all citizens. With strategic investments and targeted reforms, the nation is building a robust foundation to address current challenges and prepare for future health crises.

Pradhan Mantri Ayushman Bharat Health Infrastructure Mission (PM-ABHIM)

• Massive Investment: Launched with an allocation of ₹64,180 crore, PM-ABHIM aims to address gaps in healthcare infrastructure over five years.
• Key Features:
  • Health and Wellness Centres (HWCs): A network of 1,50,000 HWCs is being established to provide primary healthcare, including preventive and curative services.
  • Critical Care Units: Emergency healthcare infrastructure is being enhanced with critical care blocks in 602 districts.
  • Diagnostic Strength: Integrated Public Health Labs are being set up in all districts to ensure better diagnostics and faster treatment.

Boosting Medical Education

• New Medical Colleges: To meet the demand for skilled professionals, 157 new medical colleges have been approved, with 70 already operational.
• Expanding AIIMS: The government has added five new AIIMS (All India Institutes of Medical Sciences) in Rajkot, Bathinda, Raebareli, Kalyani, and Mangalagiri, significantly enhancing tertiary healthcare services.

Increased Financial Commitment

• Rising Health Expenditure: Public health spending has surged from ₹2,31,104 crore in 2017-18 to ₹4,34,163 crore in 2021-22, reflecting a firm commitment to achieving the National Health Policy target of 2.5% of GDP by 2025.

Focus on Rural Healthcare

• Expanding Reach: As of 2023, the country has 1,69,615 Sub-Centres, 31,882 Primary Health Centres, and 6,359 Community Health Centres, ensuring healthcare access in remote and rural areas.

A Vision for the Future

India’s healthcare reforms are more than just policies—they are a promise to its citizens. By investing in critical infrastructure, boosting medical education, and increasing financial allocations, India is building a healthcare system equipped to handle the needs of its diverse population and future challenges.