The Times of India

Union Budget 2026: Health outlay raised 10%, government plans 5 regional medical hubs, boost for AHPs

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman unveiled a significant boost for healthcare in the Union Budget, announcing five new regional medical hubs and a Rs 1,000 crore allocation for Allied Healthcare Professionals. The budget also prioritizes geriatric care, training 1.5 lakh caregivers, and increases funding for key programs like the National Health Mission and Ayushman Bharat.