What steps has the Indian government taken to improve the health sector in the country

Enlist some measures taken by the Indian government to strengthen the health sector in the country.
The Indian government has taken several measures to improve the health sector in the country. Some of these measures are:
  • The National Health Policy was launched in 2017 with an aim to provide comprehensive healthcare for all citizens.
  • The government has increased spending on healthcare, with a focus on primary healthcare and rural healthcare.
  • The Ayushman Bharat scheme was launched in 2018, with the aim of providing health insurance cover to the poor and vulnerable sections of the society.
  • The government has set up new medical colleges and hospitals, especially in underserved areas.
  • Telemedicine services have been set up to provide healthcare to people in remote areas.
  • The government has launched various campaigns to improve public health awareness, including vaccination drives and campaigns promoting healthy lifestyles.
  • The Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PMJAY) scheme was launched with an aim to provide free health cover to 10.74 crore families.
These measures are expected to improve healthcare access and quality in the country, especially for the poor and underserved sections of the society.
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