India's Health Budget: Stuck at 2% of GDP and Falling Behind

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India's Health Budget: Stuck at 2% of GDP and Falling Behind

India's health budget is still stuck at a mere 2% of GDP! With rising health issues and high medical costs, everyone's eagerly waiting for the Union Budget. Over the past decade, spending has only crept up from 1.3%. Compared to countries like Vietnam and Thailand, India is lagging behind. Experts warn that if investments don't increase, we might face serious health troubles down the line.

| Barkha Mathur