Srinagar, April 6 KNT: The Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) has flagged significant shortages in Jammu and Kashmir’s health sector, reporting that only 67 percent of sanctioned posts were filled.
The audit, tabled in the Assembly, underscores systemic challenges in staffing and infrastructure across healthcare institutions.
Out of more than 46,000 sanctioned positions, nearly one-third remained vacant, including key positions in medical and paramedical categories.
The report also highlighted infrastructure deficiencies, noting that several health facilities lacked adequate bed capacity and essential services.
The findings indicate uneven distribution of manpower across districts and emphasize the need for improved planning and resource allocation. [KNT]
- Infrastructure Surge: Two AIIMS (Jammu fully operational, Kashmir nearing completion) and 12 GMCs, increasing bed capacity significantly.
- Key Health Indicators: Infant Mortality Rate dropped from 22 to 14; Sex Ratio improved to 976, marking a “model” transformation.
- Digital & Insurance: Over 87 lakh “Golden Cards” issued under PMJAY-SEHAT for free treatment; over 1 Crore ABHAs (Ayushman Bharat Health Accounts) generated.
- Rural Access: 3,166 Health & Wellness Centres established to provide primary care, along with 489 ambulances.
- Medical Education: MBBS seats expanded to 1,725; significant increases in PG and nursing seats to address staff shortages.
- Ongoing Challenges: Shortage of nearly 16,000 healthcare workers, rising cancer/NCD cases, and delayed AIIMS Kashmir project.
