What are the health programs initiated by the Government of India

Explain the various health programs initiated by the Government of India to tackle health challenges across the country.
The Government of India has initiated several health programs to address the various health challenges across the country. Some of the key health programs launched by the Indian government are:
  • Ayushman Bharat: Launched in 2018, the Ayushman Bharat scheme aims to provide health insurance coverage to over 100 million families in the country.
  • Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana: This is a part of the Ayushman Bharat scheme, which aims to provide free healthcare benefits to underprivileged families in the country.
  • National Health Mission: Launched in 2013, this program aims to provide affordable and accessible healthcare to women and children in rural areas of the country.
  • Rashtriya Swasthya Bima Yojana: This is a health insurance scheme launched by the government in 2008 to provide insurance coverage to the underprivileged section of the society.
  • Swachh Bharat Abhiyan: Launched in 2014, this program aims to improve sanitation and cleanliness in the country, which in turn can help prevent the spread of diseases.
These health programs have helped the Government of India to address several health challenges across the country, such as poor healthcare infrastructure, lack of access to healthcare services, and widespread poverty.
Answered a year ago
Amrita Preparing for Civil Services