Healthcare Has a Price Tag! Himachal Govt Hospitals Now Charge ₹10

The Himachal Pradesh government has announced that patients visiting state-run hospitals will now be required to pay a ₹10 consultation fee at the time of registration. The decision, based on recommendations from the Cabinet Sub-Committee, aims to strengthen healthcare services by funding sanitation, hygiene, and infrastructure maintenance.

 

Key Highlights of the New Healthcare Fee Policy:

Outlook on Himachal’s Healthcare Policy

While the government argues that the fee will enhance hospital services, critics claim it burdens patients, especially those seeking emergency care. The policy has sparked debate over healthcare affordability, with opposition leaders demanding a rollback.

 

Sources: Economic Times, Tribune India, The Week, News18, Devdiscourse.