How has health policy in India evolved over time
1. Pre-Independence Era: Health was primarily focused on controlling epidemics.
2. Bhore Committee (1946): Proposed a comprehensive healthcare system for India.
3. National Health Policy (1983): Aimed at achieving 'Health for All' by 2000.
4. National Health Policy (2002): Emphasized decentralization, strengthening primary healthcare.
5. Launch of National Rural Health Mission (2005): Strengthened rural healthcare infrastructure.
6. Ayushman Bharat (2018): Introduced two major health initiatives - Health and Wellness Centers and Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana.
7. National Digital Health Mission (2020): Aims at creating an ecosystem for integrated digital health services.
Overall, these milestones have contributed to improving access to healthcare services and strengthening the healthcare system in India.