Union govt. releases ₹567.4 crore for healthcare sector in A.P.
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Why in news
The Union government released the final installment of ₹567.4 crore to Andhra Pradesh for healthcare infrastructure development under the 15th Finance Commission.
Background
The total funds allocated by the 15th Finance Commission for healthcare in Andhra Pradesh reached ₹2,600 crore. The funds are earmarked for Ayushman Arogya Mandirs, Primary Health Centres (PHCs), and Community Health Centres (CHCs).
Facts for Prelims
- FactFinal installment released by the Union government: ₹567.4 crore
- FactNumber of Ayushman Arogya Mandirs constructed so far: 1,467
- FactNumber of Primary Health Centres and Community Health Centres constructed: 100 and 7 respectively
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of decentralizing healthcare infrastructure through Finance Commission grants to improve rural health outcomes in India.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Infrastructure gap: Addressing the shortage of diagnostic facilities in rural Primary Health Centres
- Fiscal federalism: Role of Finance Commission grants in bridging state-level healthcare funding deficits
Keywords: Fiscal Federalism · Healthcare Infrastructure · Primary Health Centres · Public Health Delivery · Rural Healthcare
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