76% of funds for urban health missions remain unused: CAG
The Free Press Journal - Bhopal|December 22, 2024
UNHEALTHY HEALTHCARE | The report highlights regulatory gaps in private healthcare sector as the state yet to implement the Clinical Establishments Act
Somita Pal

The audit of Maharashtra's public health infrastructure and services by the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) has found that up to 76% of the funds allocated for urban health missions were left unused during the audit period.

The healthcare budget grew from Rs10,723.82 crore in 2016-17 to Rs21,067.33 crore in 2021-22, but the expenditure still accounts for only 0.66% of Maharashtra's Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP).

There were significant inefficiencies in the procurement and distribution of medicines and medical equipment. From 2016-17 to 2021-22, Rs 2,052 crore worth of inventory remained unutilised. The delays were attributed to inefficiencies within the state-run Haffkine Biopharmaceutical Corporation, which is responsible for procurement. The report also pointed to poor storage practices that led to the wastage of essential drugs and supplies.

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