Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav has emphasized that a healthy state forms the bedrock of a prosperous one, with the 2026-27 budget allocating Rs 23,747 crore to health, reflecting the government’s top priority on accessible, quality care. This substantial investment targets infrastructure expansion, medical education, and primary services to ensure every citizen, from urban dwellers to remote villagers, receives timely treatment. These efforts aim to build a self reliant Madhya Pradesh through modern technology, trained personnel, and robust facilities.
Strengthening Primary Health Infrastructure
Under the National Health Mission, Rs 4,600 crore will bolster maternal and child health, vaccination drives, disease control, and primary care. Allocations include Rs 1,934 crore for primary health centers, Rs 782 crore for sub centers, and Rs 580 crore for constructing community, primary, and sub center buildings to enhance rural access. Additional incentives like Rs 550 crore for ASHA workers and Rs 750 crore for the Chief Minister Shramik Seva Prasuti Sahayta Yojana will improve ground level service quality.
Expanding Hospitals and Medical Education
In the past two years, five new government medical colleges have opened, increasing MBBS seats from 2,275 to 2,850 and postgraduate seats from 1,262 to 1,468. Upgrades in Indore, Rewa, Satna, Bhopal, Jabalpur, Sagar, and Gwalior feature advanced facilities, while PPP mode colleges in Dhar, Betul, Panna, and Katni have received LOAs, with processes underway in nine more districts. Budget provisions include Rs 3,056 crore for medical colleges and attached hospitals, Rs 2,049 crore for district and civil hospitals, Rs 527 crore for building construction, Rs 580 crore for new state aided colleges, and Rs 650 crore for upgrades, plus Rs 80 crore for nursing colleges and Rs 79 crore for PG strengthening.
Leading in Ayushman Bharat Implementation
Madhya Pradesh tops nationally with over 4.46 crore Ayushman cards issued, including 15.48 lakh under Ayushman Vay Vandana for seniors over 70, linked to 1,118 government and 720 private hospitals. The 2026 27 budget proposes Rs 2,139 crore for the scheme and Rs 863 crore for non SECC beneficiaries, ensuring broader coverage. This leadership underscores the state’s commitment to universal health protection.
Special Programs and Infrastructure Missions
Key funds support a Rs 408 crore multi purpose disease control program, Rs 401 crore under PM Ayushman Bharat Health Infrastructure Mission, and Rs 148 crore for super specialty hospitals via PM Swasthya Suraksha Yojana. Digital health initiatives continue, with 48,000 beds across 55 district hospitals, 158 civil hospitals, 348 community centers, 1,442 primary centers, and 10,256 sub centers; new district hospitals are underway in Maihar, Mauganj, and Pandhurna. For high risk pregnancies, 228 birth waiting rooms have been established to reduce maternal mortality.
Building Human Resources and Ayurveda
Recruitment is in process for 3,850 doctor posts and 1,256 nursing officers, with Rs 67 crore for nurse training and Rs 60 crore for ANM and health visitor family welfare programs. The government promotes Indian systems of medicine by establishing eight new Ayurveda colleges with hospitals. These steps ensure a skilled workforce to sustain long term health gains.
Madhya Pradesh is advancing toward a comprehensive health system that is accessible, affordable, and inclusive, positioning the state as a model for others.
