Recently, the central government allocated Rs 120 crore to enhance Mizoram health infrastructure under the FASPHI scheme. Chief Minister Lalduhoma announced this performance-based grant during his visit to Zoram Medical College and Hospital. Consequently, the state earned these financial incentives by improving key healthcare metrics. Specifically, Mizoram achieved significant progress in reducing infant mortality and obtaining quality certification for health facilities.
Performance Indicators Driving Mizoram Health Infrastructure Funding
The FASPHI scheme operates with a national outlay of Rs 4,200 crore for the 2026-27 financial year. Moreover, the initiative rewards states based on metrics like Infant Mortality Rate and National Quality Assurance Standards certification. Specifically, Mizoram reduced its Infant Mortality Rate from 13 deaths per 1,000 live births in 2023 to 12 in 2024. As a result, this improvement earned the state an incentive grant of Rs 20 crore. Furthermore, the state recorded a 21.07 percent increase in quality-certified health facilities between 2024 and 2026. Therefore, this accomplishment secured the maximum incentive of Rs 100 crore under the quality assurance category.
Key Upgradations for Regional Facilities
The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare approved Mizoram’s detailed proposal worth Rs 120 crore. In addition, four Community Health Centres will upgrade to First Referral Units at a cost of Rs 83.57 crore. These facilities include Sakawrdai, Kawrthah, West Phaileng, and Bungtlang South health centres. Additionally, the fund covers new infectious disease wards at three key district and sub-district hospitals. For instance, Kulikawn Sub-District Hospital will establish a dedicated Tuberculosis Treatment Unit under this project. Overall, the state allocated Rs 22.39 crore to acquire advanced diagnostic equipment for maternal, child, and tuberculosis care.
Impact on Regional Healthcare Delivery
Chief Minister Lalduhoma commended health department officials for their dedicated efforts in improving community outcomes. Furthermore, upgrading rural health centres into operational First Referral Units will reduce emergency referral delays across remote districts. Consequently, local healthcare professionals will gain access to improved diagnostic tools and expanded clinical infrastructure.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: What is the FASPHI scheme and how does it benefit states?
The Financial Assistance to States/UTs for Public Health Infrastructure (FASPHI) scheme rewards states with monetary incentives based on key health outcomes like infant mortality reduction and quality certifications.
Q2: Which health centres in Mizoram will become First Referral Units?
Community Health Centres in Sakawrdai, Kawrthah, West Phaileng, and Bungtlang South will upgrade to First Referral Units under this funding allocation.
References
- Mizoram to receive Rs 120 cr to boost health infrastructure from Centre: CM – ETHealthworld
- Department of Health & Family Welfare, Government of Mizoram – Official Announcement
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