Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare Anupriya Patel announced that the Central Government is actively supporting states and union territories through the National Health Mission (NHM) to enhance both health infrastructure and medical manpower across India.
In a recent Parliament session, Patel emphasized that the NHM is a key vehicle through which the Centre is bridging gaps in primary and secondary healthcare by funding the construction and upgradation of Sub-Centres, Primary Health Centres (PHCs), Community Health Centres (CHCs), and District Hospitals. The assistance also includes deployment of human resources such as doctors, nurses, and paramedical staff based on specific state-level needs.
“The Centre is committed to strengthening the public health system at the grassroots. Our collaborative approach under NHM ensures states have the flexibility to tailor infrastructure and staffing as per local requirements,” Patel said.
Beyond infrastructure, NHM funding also supports mobile medical units, telemedicine services, training programs, and essential diagnostics to ensure accessible and quality healthcare for all, especially in rural and underserved regions.
The statement underlines the government’s ongoing mission to create a robust and inclusive health system, with a focus on universal health coverage, improved service delivery, and reducing health disparities across India.
