India will offer 134 types of free health care tests at district level: Health Minister
The Hindu
The Mission is expected to bring about a paradigm shift in India’s healthcare infrastructure and make it more resilient.
Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya on Tuesday said the recently launched PM Ayushman Bharat Health Infrastructure Mission, with an outlay of more than ₹64,000 crore, is aimed at filling critical gaps in public health infrastructure, especially in critical care and primary care facilities in both urban and rural areas.
Speaking at a press conference, the Minister pointed out that the Mission will prepare the health care sector to deal with any future outbreaks.
“COVID-19 has provided us with an opportunity to boost healthcare facilities, including laboratories, hospitals and diagnostic facilities at all the levels of healthcare,” said the Minister.

The draft policy for “Responsible Digital Use Among Students”, released on Monday by the Department of Health and Family Welfare, has recommended that parents set structured routines with clear screen-time rules and prioritise privacy, safety, and open conversation with children on digital well-being.












