The state is set for a major expansion of its healthcare and medical education infrastructure with plans to establish an additional AIIMS, a dedicated cancer hospital, four new medical colleges and multiple super specialty healthcare facilities. The proposed expansion is expected to significantly strengthen tertiary
The Central Government has extended the tenure of Vaidya Rajesh Kotecha, Secretary of the Ministry of AYUSH, until June 2027, ensuring continuity in the implementation of key initiatives aimed at promoting traditional systems of medicine and integrative healthcare in India. The latest decision marks the
President Droupadi Murmu has expressed confidence that India will achieve its goal of eliminating sickle cell disease (SCD) well before the targeted year of 2047, citing the collective efforts of the Centre, states, healthcare institutions and communities in combating the inherited blood disorder. Addressing a gathering
Health authorities have intensified preparedness measures for dengue and other vector borne diseases following concerns that El Niño weather conditions could increase the risk of outbreaks during the upcoming transmission season. The advisory comes after observations of higher dengue incidence during previous El Niño years,
State owned healthcare products and services company HLL Lifecare Ltd has announced a major expansion of its healthcare services portfolio through the launch of advanced diagnostics solutions, the strengthening of its AMRIT Plus pharmacy network, and a new partnership with the Government of Odisha to
The rollout of a government supported free cervical cancer vaccination programme has faced implementation challenges in several regions, slowing vaccination coverage among eligible adolescent girls despite the availability of vaccine doses. Health officials have attributed the delays primarily to school board examinations, summer vacations and
Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari has said that India's healthcare sector has undergone a remarkable transformation over the past decade under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, driven by a strong commitment to making quality healthcare accessible and affordable for
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on 14th June 2026 highlighted India's healthcare achievements over the past 12 years, stating that the country has made significant progress in making quality healthcare more affordable and accessible for all citizens through a series of flagship initiatives and reforms. In a
Average Out of Pocket Spending in Government Hospitals Stands at Just ₹2,496 compared to national average of ₹6,631.Odisha has emerged as one of the most affordable states in India for hospital treatment, with patients spending significantly less on healthcare than the national average, according to
In a major initiative aimed at strengthening healthcare delivery and expanding diagnostic capabilities across the state, the Himachal Pradesh government has announced plans to invest approximately ₹3,000 crore in modern healthcare infrastructure and medical equipment procurement. The investment is expected to significantly enhance healthcare accessibility,
