Union Budget 2026–27: Healthcare leaders urge govt to raise spending, fix rural gaps
- Posted on January 19, 2026
- By Financial Express
- 5 Views
Union Budget 2026–27: Healthcare leaders urge govt to raise spending, fix rural gaps
According to official estimates, India’s total public health expenditure currently hovers around 1.6–1.7 per cent of GDP, well short of the NHP benchmark and lower than many peer economies.
