National Rural Health Mission (NRHM)
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Government scheme — a structured programme with defined beneficiaries, budget allocation, and delivery mechanisms. The primary instrument for delivering welfare and development outcomes.
Summary
Major health sector initiative to provide accessible, affordable, and quality healthcare to rural populations. Introduced ASHA workers, strengthened sub-centres and PHCs, and focused on maternal and child health. Later subsumed into National Health Mission.
Key Facts
Type Scheme
Source Historical Record (Curated)
Published Tuesday, 12 April 2005
Affected Population 1.4 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
PMAY-G: 2.95 crore houses sanctioned
Key Authorities
Key Stakeholders
Government Context
UPA I Congress-led UPA
Left Centre Right