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Health care in India:The Hidden Cost of Care

India’s healthcare system has improved, but high out-of-pocket expenditure still puts a heavy financial burden on households. Reducing these costs through stronger public funding and broader insurance is key to achieving universal health coverage. The Cost Behind Access The changing face of the Indian healthcare system over the last two decades reflects a strategic intent…

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The Union Budget and Health: What to Expect by 2026–27

Particularly in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, health has gradually taken centre stage in India’s development rhetoric. Although there has been steady increase in the Union Budget for health in recent years, it is still unclear if this increase will be adequate and strategic enough to provide noticeable health results. Expectations are influenced by…

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