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Nagaland Minister Calls for Review of NHM Funding Formula
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 30 Jun 2026, 06:02 PM
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A Nagaland minister has called for a review of the resource allocation formula for the National Health Mission (NHM). The minister emphasized the need to re-evaluate how funds are distributed within the state for the health program.
A minister from Nagaland has advocated for a thorough review of the existing resource allocation formula governing the National Health Mission (NHM) within the state. The call highlights concerns regarding the current methodology for distributing NHM funds.
The minister stressed the importance of reassessing how financial resources are allocated to various components and districts under the NHM. This review is intended to ensure equitable and effective distribution of funds to meet the healthcare needs of the population.
The appeal suggests a potential need to adjust the formula to better align with the specific requirements and challenges faced by Nagaland in implementing national health programs.
The minister stressed the importance of reassessing how financial resources are allocated to various components and districts under the NHM. This review is intended to ensure equitable and effective distribution of funds to meet the healthcare needs of the population.
The appeal suggests a potential need to adjust the formula to better align with the specific requirements and challenges faced by Nagaland in implementing national health programs.