India spends more at chemists than in government hospitals is among the main developments being tracked today. The Union Health Ministry stated that India progressed towards universal health coverage over the past decade.
Published May 31, 2026 | 7:00 AM ⚊ Updated May 31, 2026 | 7:00 AM.
Health spending as a share of GDP also declined, from 3.83 percent to 3.37 percent.
Synopsis: India spent more at retail pharmacies than government hospitals in 2022-23, according to the data released by the National Health Accounts.
Pharmacy expenditure rose by ₹9,601 crore to ₹1,62,511 crore, while private hospital spending increased by ₹23,462 crore.
The report highlighted rising household dependence on medicines, outpatient care, and private healthcare despite increased public health spending over the decade.
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