Establishment of New Ayush Institutes and Hospitals in the Country
Issued by AYUSH
Read or download the official PDF of this gazette notification issued by the AYUSH on 4th August 2026. Classified under Press Release.
Executive Summary & Key Takeaways
Executive Summary This report details the financial assistance provided by the Ministry of Ayush to strengthen healthcare infrastructure across India via the National Ayush Mission (NAM). Covering the period from 2014-15 to 2025-26, the document highlights the release of Rs. 6,40,699.24 lakhs to States and UTs. The primary objective is the establishment and upgradation of Ayush colleges, hospitals, and dispensaries through State-led initiatives.
Key Points / Main Content
Administrative Framework
- Public Health is categorized as a State subject; thus, the establishment of new Ayush institutes and hospitals is the primary responsibility of respective State/UT Governments.
- The Ministry of Ayush facilitates development through the National Ayush Mission (NAM), a Centrally Sponsored Scheme.
Infrastructure Development and Upgradation
- Education: Financial aid is provided to establish new Ayush colleges in states with inadequate government-sector teaching institutions.
- Hospitals: Funding supports the setting up of integrated Ayush Hospitals with capacities of 10, 30, or 50 beds.
- Upgradation: Existing standalone government Ayush hospitals and government/panchayat/aided dispensaries are eligible for infrastructure improvements.
- New Facilities: Construction of buildings for dispensaries currently in rented or dilapidated premises, or in areas where no Ayush facilities currently exist.
- Primary Care: Support for the operationalization of Ayushman Arogya Mandir (Ayush) units.
Funding and Proposals
- States and UTs must submit State Annual Action Plans (SAAPs) according to NAM guidelines to avail of financial assistance.
- A cumulative total of Rs. 6,40,699.24 lakhs has been released to 36 States and Union Territories for the 2014-15 to 2025-26 period.
- Major fund allocations include Uttar Pradesh (Rs. 1,06,421.56 lakhs), Rajasthan (Rs. 51,051.27 lakhs), and Madhya Pradesh (Rs. 47,884.45 lakhs).
Impact Analysis
Stakeholder: State and UT Governments
Impact States receive substantial financial support to expand their healthcare infrastructure and medical education facilities. This allows them to address regional inadequacies in Ayush services, particularly in areas like Eastern India and Odisha.
Action Required Governments must prepare and submit suitable proposals through State Annual Action Plans (SAAPs) in strict accordance with NAM guidelines to secure funding for approved activities.
Stakeholder: Ministry of Ayush
Impact The Ministry acts as the central coordinating body, ensuring the implementation of the National Ayush Mission and the distribution of funds across the country.
Action Required The Ministry is responsible for reviewing submitted SAAPs and overseeing the release of funds for the strengthening of Ayush infrastructure as reported to the Rajya Sabha.