NITI Aayog's Initiatives for AIIMS Transformation and Universal Health Coverage
| Summary/Static | Details |
|---|---|
| Why in the news? | NITI Aayog establishes a committee to modernize AIIMS New Delhi. |
| Committee Formation | Led by VK Paul, focusing on AIIMS New Delhi's transformation. |
| Objectives | Assess current systems, propose reforms with timelines, improve governance, KPIs, and financial sustainability. |
| Focus Areas | Governance, transparency, research, clinical & academic improvements, financial prudence. |
| Universal Health Coverage (UHC) Study | Partnership with CSEP Research Foundation to examine global UHC models. |
| Healthcare Financing Reforms | Draft paper on supply-side & demand-side financing to improve accessibility, quality, and affordability. |