Chandigarh, February 6 – Haryana is strengthening its public healthcare system with a clear focus on people-centric services that are closer to homes, easier to access, and better equipped to address both physical and mental health needs. Reviewing the progress of the Health Department, Additional Chief Secretary, Health and Family Welfare, Dr. Sumita Misra said the State is working towards improving everyday healthcare delivery across both urban and rural areas.
Dr. Misra stressed that priority is being given to the timely completion of health infrastructure projects, expansion of critical care facilities, and strengthening of digital health systems. She said coordinated efforts at the State and district levels are being ensured so that healthcare remains affordable, accessible, and of good quality for every family.
Highlighting the State’s growing focus on mental health, Additional Chief Secretary, Health and Family Welfare, Dr. Sumita Misra today said that a comprehensive mental health scheme would be planned and rolled out at the block level to address the rising challenges in this area. This was disclosed after she reviewed the working of senior officers of the Health Department.
Emphasizing that infrastructure expansion must go hand in hand with human resource development, Dr. Misra directed the strengthening of training programmes for doctors and nurses, with special focus on intensive care unit (ICU) operations and critical care management. She said this capacity-building approach would ensure that healthcare personnel are equipped with the latest skills and knowledge to effectively handle complex medical situations and emergencies.
The review meeting highlighted Haryana’s sustained commitment to the health sector, with budgetary allocations rising significantly from Rs. 2,646 crore in 2014–15 to Rs. 9,941.97 crore in 2025–26 — a nearly four-fold increase in just over a decade. This substantial investment has enabled comprehensive strengthening of health infrastructure and services across the State.
Currently, Haryana has 3,672 health institutions with a combined bed capacity of 14,656. Development momentum continues, with 74 projects under construction through the State Budget and 390 projects being executed under National Health Missions, ensuring continuous expansion and modernisation of healthcare facilities.
The meeting was informed of notable improvements across key health indicators. The Total Fertility Rate (TFR) has declined to 1.9, reflecting improved family planning awareness and reproductive health services. Institutional deliveries have reached 98.8 per cent, contributing to safer childbirth and reduced maternal mortality.
Both infant mortality and under-five mortality rates have shown a sustained decline, bringing Haryana closer to developed-country benchmarks. The State has surpassed national targets under Anemia Mukt Bharat, achieved near-universal immunisation coverage, and maintained strong performance in disease control programmes, including tuberculosis elimination and vector-borne disease management.
Haryana has emerged as a frontrunner in digital health adoption, with 1.77 crore Ayushman Bharat Health Account (ABHA) IDs created, enabling citizens to maintain digital health records and access services seamlessly across facilities. Over 423 health facilities are now live on the NextGen e-Hospital platform, facilitating paperless operations, reduced waiting times, and improved patient experience.
Quality benchmarks have also shown significant improvement, with 1,474 facilities certified under National Quality Assurance Standards (NQAS), ensuring standardised and protocol-driven care across primary, secondary, and tertiary levels. This emphasis on quality certification reflects the State’s commitment not only to expanding healthcare access but also to ensuring excellence in service delivery.
