‘Broad daylight dacoity’, says Supreme Court on overpricing of essential cancer drugs
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Summary
‘It is very surprising that the authorities who are supposed to take action on this are silent,’ says Bench
Key Facts
TypeNews
SourceThe Hindu - National
PublishedTuesday, 22 September 2026
Affected Population1.4 billion citizens, 5 million healthcare workers
Key Numbers
Health budget: Rs 90,958 crore (2025-26)
Target: 2.5% of GDP public health spending
1.5 lakh Health & Wellness Centres planned
20 million central + state government employees
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Government Context
NDA IIIBJP-led NDA
LeftCentreRight