The Union Cabinet has approved the extension of the National Health Mission (NHM) for another five years, following a review of its progress over the past three years. Initially launched in 2005 as the National Rural Health Mission (NRHM), the NHM has been extended several times, with the latest extension running until 2026.
Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal highlighted NHM’s crucial role in improving India’s health systems, particularly during the Covid-19 pandemic. “The mission has ensured accessible and quality healthcare services across the country, significantly contributing to India’s public health improvements,” a cabinet statement noted.
The NHM’s initiatives have accelerated progress toward achieving Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) health targets, positioning India to meet these goals well ahead of the 2030 deadline, Goyal added.
Since its last extension in 2021, NHM has driven remarkable maternal and child health, disease control, and healthcare infrastructure advancements.
The NHM has also made significant progress in disease elimination and non-communicable disease management:
The extension underscores NHM’s transformative impact on healthcare, aligning with India’s goal of providing equitable and quality health services nationwide.
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