The Economic Times

Mamata Banerjees Swasthya Sathi Scheme faces uncertainty as Kolkata Hospitals restrict admissions

Patients on West Bengal's Swasthya Sathi health scheme face admission hurdles at Kolkata's private hospitals. Uncertainty surrounds the scheme's continuation under the new government. Some hospitals have stopped admissions, while others limit them to emergencies. Financial concerns and low reimbursement rates are cited. Hospitals await official directives on the scheme's future.