As India approaches the Union Budget 2026–27, healthcare leaders are unanimously calling for Healthcare Structural Reforms to fundamentally redesign care delivery and financing. Strengthening the AYUSH EcosystemThe AYUSH systems—comprising Ayurveda, Yoga, Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha, Sowa-Rigpa, and Homoeopathy—are viewed as both a public health asset and a growing economic opportunity. Financial & Policy Frameworks for Healthcare Structural ReformsHospital operators, particularly those managing mid-size and secondary care facilities outside major metros, face significant financial headwinds. Affordability and Decentralization of DiagnosticsThe diagnostic sector is championing measures to enhance both affordability and accessibility. The AYUSH sector proposes a dedicated “moonshot mission” with an annual outlay of at least ₹500 crore over five years.

Source: Indian Express January 30, 2026 16:42 UTC