What measures has the Indian government taken to improve healthcare services in the country

Discuss the initiatives taken by the government to strengthen the healthcare sector and ensure access to affordable healthcare for all.
The Indian government has taken several measures to improve healthcare services in the country. Some of these initiatives are:
  • The Ayushman Bharat - Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana, which aims to provide health insurance cover of up to Rs. 5 lakhs per family per year to over 10 crore poor and vulnerable families in India.
  • The National Health Mission which aims to provide universal access to affordable and quality healthcare services.
  • The Rashtriya Swasthya Bima Yojana which provides health insurance cover for unorganized workers and their families.
  • The National Rural Health Mission which aims to provide healthcare services to rural areas.
  • The Swachh Bharat Abhiyan which aims to provide clean water, proper sanitation and hygiene which will help in controlling the spread of diseases.
These initiatives have gone a long way in strengthening the healthcare system in the country, and ensuring that all citizens have access to affordable healthcare services.
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