World Bank approves $1 Billion to support India’s Health Sector

The World Bank has approved two complementary loans of $500 million each to enhance and support India’s health sector.

This $1 Billion financing will support India’s flagship Pradhan Mantri-Ayushman Bharat Health Infrastructure Mission (PM-ABHIM). This scheme was launched in October 2021.

Aim of scheme: To improve the public healthcare infrastructure across the country.

Loan prioritize statesAndhra Pradesh, Kerala, Meghalaya, Odisha, Punjab, Tamil Nadu, and UP.