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Hospitalisation more privatised, costlier in India despite wider govt insurance coverage
Government data released on Monday shows that hospitalisation in India has become more privatised and expensive between 2017-18 and 2025, even as more people gain government-sponsored health insurance. In 2025, the average non-childbirth hospitalisation required out-of-pocket spending of ₹34,604, about 1.64 times the average Indian household's monthly spending in 2023-24.
Why It Matters
The rise in private hospitalisation and costs occurs despite broader insurance coverage, signaling potential financial vulnerability for households facing medical emergencies.
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Data release notes trend: hospitalisation in India becoming more privatised and expensive from 2017-18 to 2025
April 21, 2026
Government data released on Monday shows that hospitalisation in India has become more privatised and costly between 2017-18 and 2025, even as more Indians are covered by government-sponsored health insurance programmes.