Budget 2024 Expectations: Why India must increase its healthcare budget to tackle climate crisis
Publication: Financial Express
Authors: Sushmita Panda
In a recent Financial Express (India) article, Himanshu Sikka, Project Director at USAID-supported SAMRIDH initiative, highlighted the critical need for enhanced healthcare funding to combat climate change-related public health challenges in India.
Mr. Sikka emphasizes prioritizing government and private sector investments to build a climate-resilient healthcare ecosystem. He argues that this approach is crucial for strengthening India’s healthcare infrastructure against future climate shocks and ensuring Universal Health Coverage.
The article provides context on the global health impacts of climate change, underscoring the urgency of addressing these challenges in the Indian healthcare sector.
