Raipur, March 3<\/p>\n
Under the leadership of Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai, Finance Minister OP Chaudhary has presented a historic budget for the state. The 2025-26 budget includes major announcements for public health, family welfare, and medical education, aiming to provide accessible, modern, and high-quality healthcare to citizens.<\/p>\n
\u20b91,850 crore allocated under the National Health Mission to expand healthcare services.
\n\u20b91,500 crore for the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh Ayushman Health Scheme, ensuring free medical treatment for underprivileged families.
\nStrengthening Healthcare Services
\nReacting to the budget, Minister for Public Health & Family Welfare, Shyam Bihari Jaiswal, stated:<\/p>\n
“Under the leadership of CM Vishnu Deo Sai, our government is giving top priority to public health. This budget marks a historic step towards strengthening healthcare services. It will not only provide free treatment to the needy but also expand healthcare facilities across the state.”<\/p>\n
Modernization of Medical Colleges & Hospitals
\nTo enhance medical care, existing healthcare institutions are being upgraded:<\/p>\n
\u20b910 crore allocated for the expansion of the Advanced Cardiac Institute at Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar Memorial Hospital, Raipur, benefiting heart patients with cutting-edge treatment.
\n\u20b920 crore allotted to Raipur Medical College for acquiring modern equipment for cancer and critical illness treatment.
\n\u20b910 crore sanctioned for setting up an ART (IVF) center in Raipur, providing advanced fertility treatments for childless couples.
\n\u20b935 crore allocated for the installation of MRI and CT scan machines, improving diagnostic facilities in government hospitals.
\nMinister Jaiswal emphasized:<\/p>\n
“Expanding advanced healthcare services is our priority. Through this budget, government hospitals and medical colleges will be equipped with modern medical technology, ensuring high-quality treatment for citizens.”<\/p>\n
New Initiatives for Rural & Remote Areas
\nRecognizing the need to improve healthcare access in tribal and remote areas, the government has introduced several initiatives:<\/p>\n
\u20b913 crore allocated to enhance the Mukhyamantri Haat-Bazaar Clinic Scheme, ensuring mobile healthcare services in rural regions.
\n\u20b913 crore sanctioned for setting up a dedicated Sickle Cell Institute, focusing on prevention and treatment of sickle cell disease.
\n\u20b9132 crore allocated for the establishment of Super Specialty Hospitals, providing advanced healthcare facilities.
\n\u20b921 crore sanctioned under the Chhattisgarh Emergency Medical Response Service Scheme, strengthening emergency medical services across the state.
\nJaiswal further stated:<\/p>\n
“Our government is committed to ensuring that even the most remote regions have access to quality healthcare. Through initiatives like the Haat-Bazaar Clinic Scheme and the Sickle Cell Institute, we aim to bring essential medical services closer to the people.”<\/p>\n
A Milestone Budget for Healthcare Development
\nThe Chhattisgarh Government\u2019s 2025-26 budget is a major step towards transforming healthcare services in the state. With these provisions, citizens will have better access to healthcare, and the state\u2019s medical infrastructure will be significantly strengthened.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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