Mizoram to receive ₹120 crore under FASPHI scheme for 2026-27: CM Lalduhoma
Aizawl, July 27
Mizoram will receive ₹120 crore from the Centre under the Financial Assistance to States/UTs for Public Health Infrastructure scheme during the financial year 2026-27, Chief Minister Lalduhoma announced on Monday.
Lalduhoma addressed the gathering and informed that the project proposal worth ₹120 crore has already been approved by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW). The Ministry is expected to forward the approved proposal to the Ministry of Finance for the release of funds.
The Chief Minister said the FASPHI scheme has earmarked ₹4,200 crore for states and Union Territories during 2026-27, with Mizoram being allocated ₹120 crore based on its performance under the scheme's prescribed indicators.
Lalduhoma said the performance-based assistance is aimed at strengthening public health infrastructure and improving healthcare delivery in the state. He added that the financial support would enable the government to enhance medical facilities and implement key health infrastructure projects.
The Chief Minister also expressed confidence that the funding would contribute significantly to improving the quality and accessibility of healthcare services across Mizoram.
The FASPHI scheme provides performance-linked financial assistance to states and Union Territories for strengthening public health infrastructure, with allocations determined by achievements against specified health sector indicators.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Finally some good news for the Northeast! With CM Lalduhoma's track record, I'm cautiously optimistic. But I hope they focus on primary health centres in rural areas, not just hospitals in Aizawl. The real challenge is last-mile delivery in remote villages.
Performance-based allocation is a smart policy. Every state should be rewarded for achieving health indicators like maternal mortality and vaccination rates. Let's see if Mizoram can set an example for others to follow.
₹120 crore is a decent amount for a small state like Mizoram, but we also need to address the chronic shortage of doctors and nurses. Infrastructure is useless without trained staff. Hope the state government has a plan for human resources too.
Great to see Centre investing in Northeast healthcare. But critics will say this is just a drop in the ocean compared to what's needed. Let's hope the money is utilised transparently - online dashboards and public audits would build trust.
As someone from Mizoram, I'm happy but cautious. Last time similar funds were announced, the actual implementation took years. CM should also focus on mental health facilities and addiction treatment centres, which are crucial for our state. 😊
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