Health sector receives over Rs 100 billion budget for upcoming fiscal year

Kathmandu: The government has allocated a budget amounting to Rs 102.95 billion for the health sector in the upcoming fiscal year 2083-84 BS (2026/27).

This has been stated in a budget speech that was presented by Finance Minister Dr Swarnim Wagle before the Federal Parliament on Friday.

As announced by the Finance Minister, Rs 15 billion has been allocated for the implementation of the health insurance programme and Rs 13.15 billion for the indigent citizens’ treatment and safe motherhood programme.

Likewise, telemedicine service will be expanded to rural areas, including Karnali and Sudurpaschim provinces. Special health services will be ensured through the ‘telemedicine’ service.

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