West Bengal to Launch National Health Mission with ₹2,103 Crore Funding from Centre
Bengal set to implement National Health Mission, Centre sanctioned Rs 2,103 crore for scheme: CM Suvendu

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West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced the implementation of the National Health Mission, backed by ₹2,103 crore from the Centre. The initiative aims to enhance healthcare services for over 1.36 crore families under the Ayushman Bharat scheme, with control rooms established for monitoring district hospitals.
- 01The National Health Mission will be implemented in West Bengal with a budget of ₹2,103 crore from the Centre.
- 02The state has already received ₹527 crore of the sanctioned amount to improve healthcare services.
- 03Over 1.36 crore families in West Bengal will benefit from the Ayushman Bharat scheme.
- 04Control rooms will be established to monitor the performance of district hospitals in the state.
- 05The census in West Bengal is scheduled from August 1 to February end next year.
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West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced the state's plan to implement the National Health Mission, with the Central Government approving ₹2,103 crore for the initiative. During a health department event in Kolkata, Adhikari emphasized that this funding is crucial for enhancing healthcare delivery across the state. He noted that ₹527 crore of the sanctioned amount has already been received. The initiative aims to provide quality healthcare support to over 1.36 crore families under the Ayushman Bharat scheme, which is designed to improve access to health services for economically disadvantaged populations. Additionally, control rooms will be established to monitor the operations of district hospitals, ensuring better healthcare management. The Chief Minister also mentioned that a census will be conducted in West Bengal from August 1 to February end next year, which will further aid in assessing the healthcare needs of the population and improving service delivery.
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The implementation of the National Health Mission is expected to significantly enhance healthcare access and quality for millions of families in West Bengal.
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