Delhi Health Budget: BJP govt earmarks 12,893 Cr, two medical colleges

In a bid to strengthen the healthcare infrastructure by expanding wellness centres and enhance the critical care services in the national capital, Delhi government on Tuesday allocated Rs 12,893 crore for the health sector in its 2025-26 Budget.

Announcing the Budget on Tuesday, Delhi chief minister Rekha Gupta emphasised the government’s focus on making healthcare more accessible and improving the system through modernisation, enhanced primary care, and streamlined medical records in the city.

Presenting the Budget of Rs 1 lakh crore, significant increase from the previous year, Ms Gupta said the government is committed to ensuring quality healthcare for all.

The Budget includes an allocation of Rs 320 crore for setting up 400 health and wellness centres, along with “Ayushman Arogya Mandirs” to improve access to primary healthcare services.

Ms Gupta also announced a Rs 10 crore allocation for the Ayushman Digital Mission, aimed at modernising records and creating an integrated healthcare data system for better patient management.

Total Rs 1666.66 Crore has been proposed for PM-ABHIM scheme under which critical care blocks and diagnostics will be strengthened.

The previous year, the AAP-led government, under then Finance Minister Atishi, had allocated Rs 8,685 crore for the health sector for 2024-25.

Criticising the previous administration’s performance, Ms Gupta claimed it failed to provide basic healthcare facilities. “The last government started 24 projects that ended up being of no use. Our goal is to make Delhi’s health system stronger and more accessible to all,” she said.

The CM also announced plans to fast-track the construction of 10 to 13 new hospitals, with Rs 1,000 crore allocated specifically for the initiative.

“We are determined to build a robust, modern healthcare system for Delhi — one that serves everyone efficiently,” Ms Gupta added.