Healthcare and Lifesciences
Over 38% of Indians remain uninsured despite sector growth
20 Nov 2024
Whilst government programs like Ayushman Bharat Yojana and various state extension schemes provide comprehensive hospitalisation coverage to around 69% of the low-income population, and public sector employees (15% share), are covered under CGHS and ESIS schemes, a considerable portion remains uninsured.
An estimated 14% of the population opts for private voluntary health insurance, which contributes to a more diverse healthcare financing model.
Despite these initiatives, approximately 38% of Indians still lack any form of health insurance.
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