Audit reveals Maharashtra's healthcare system faces severe doctor shortages and poor infrastructure.

A recent audit by India's Comptroller and Auditor General has exposed significant issues in Maharashtra's public healthcare system, including a 27% shortage of doctors, a 42% vacancy rate in district hospitals, and incomplete health infrastructure projects. The report also highlights unspent budgets and poor emergency preparedness, with many hospitals lacking fire safety equipment. The audit calls for a comprehensive plan to fill staffing shortages and improve facilities to meet health standards.

December 21, 2024
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