Ailing Health Sector : Govt attention inadequate
Published on: Feb. 16, 2026, 3:50 a.m. | Source: Daily Excelsior
By Dhurjati Mukherjee India’s large population—about 30–35% of whom live at or near the poverty line—needs strong healthcare prioritisation. However, governments have long neglected this sector, leaving many rural and underprivileged health centers without sufficient staff or basic equipment like operational x-ray machines. A thorough examination of the recent Budget is necessary to determine if the government adequately addresses the essential needs of the population. Prior to budget, the Jan Swasthya Abhiyan (JSA) stated the Centre’s health spending had stagnated […]
