What measures has the Indian government taken to address public healthcare issues

Discuss initiatives and steps taken by the Indian government to improve the public healthcare system in the country.
In recent years, the Indian government has taken several initiatives to improve the state of public healthcare in the country.
  • The government has launched various health insurance schemes like Ayushman Bharat to provide financial assistance to those in need of medical treatment.
  • It has also increased the budget allocation for healthcare and launched the National Health Mission to improve healthcare infrastructure and services in the country.
  • The government has introduced programs to ensure that there are enough qualified doctors and nurses to meet the growing demand for medical services.
  • Telemedicine services have been introduced to provide medical care to people in remote areas.
  • Preventive healthcare measures like immunization drives have been undertaken to reduce the incidence of diseases.
  • The government has also introduced initiatives to promote health awareness and encourage healthy lifestyle habits among the general public.
While there is still a long way to go before healthcare services in India are on par with those in developed countries, these initiatives are steps in the right direction and have the potential to significantly improve the state of public healthcare in the country.
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