West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari on Saturday (May 30, 2026) said the State is set to implement the National Health Mission, and the Centre has sanctioned ₹2,103 crore for the scheme.
Addressing a programme of the Health Department in Kolkata, Mr. Adhikari also said that over 1.36 crore families will be covered under the Ayushman Bharat scheme in Bengal. "This will ensure that a large section of the population in the State receives quality healthcare support," he said.
"West Bengal will implement the National Health Mission. The Centre has sanctioned ₹2,103 crore for the scheme, out of which we have already received ₹527 crore. These funds will help improve healthcare delivery across the State," Mr. Adhikari said.
The Chief Minister also said control rooms are being set up to oversee and monitor district hospitals across the State.
Published - May 30, 2026 01:47 pm IST
Bengal / health treatment / health
Source: The Hindu - India News
