On Saturday, Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare JP Nadda held a high-level meeting with West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari to strengthen the state's healthcare services. The discussions centered on the effective implementation of key health programs and timely utilization of funds under various schemes, including the National Health Mission (NHM) and Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB PM-JAY). A significant resource allocation of ₹3,505.59 crore for FY 2026-27 was announced, with the first sanction of ₹527.58 crore already released.

Nadda emphasized the importance of enhancing public health systems, focusing on disease elimination campaigns, and improving maternal and child health outcomes. He called for the acceleration of the HPV vaccination initiative and the TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyan, urging better public awareness and participation. Adhikari expressed gratitude for the ongoing support from the Union Government and outlined the state's commitment to ensuring accessible healthcare for all, particularly in underserved regions. He also proposed the establishment of new medical colleges and an All India Institute of Medical Sciences in northern West Bengal to bolster healthcare education and services.