Maharashtra to Strengthen Healthcare Infrastructure with ADB Support
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | Maharashtra to launch a comprehensive healthcare mission. |
| Key Initiative | Strengthening healthcare institutions with support from the Asian Development Bank (ADB). |
| Review Meeting | Chaired by Maharashtra Chief Minister, focused on cancer care and healthcare infrastructure. |
| Cancer Care Strategy | Aligning state initiatives with the Centre's National Cancer Care Strategy. |
| Infrastructure Plans | Strengthening cancer diagnosis and treatment infrastructure with a detailed project report. |
| Medical Colleges | New government medical colleges being set up; teaching hospital recommended in Dharashiv. |
| Ongoing Projects | Hospitals under construction in Alibag and Sindhudurg; development of Centres of Excellence. |
| Health Management | Integrated Health Management Information System (HMIS) under development. |
| Asian Development Bank | Established in 1966; headquarters in Manila, Philippines. |
| ADB's Role | Provides loans, technical assistance, grants, and equity investments for development. |
| ADB and India | India is a founding member, fourth-largest shareholder, and aligns with Strategy 2030. |