CGHS running with over 2,000 vacancies; staffing crisis flags service strain

Lakhs of government employees and pensioners face healthcare challenges as the Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS) grapples with over 2,000 vacant posts in allopathic dispensaries and over 100 in AYUSH units. These critical staff shortages, particularly in frontline and support roles, are exacerbating long waits and impacting service delivery across the nation's extensive healthcare network.

CGHS running with over 2,000 vacancies; staffing crisis flags service strain
Lakhs of government employees and pensioners face healthcare challenges as the Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS) grapples with over 2,000 vacant posts in allopathic dispensaries and over 100 in AYUSH units. These critical staff shortages, particularly in frontline and support roles, are exacerbating long waits and impacting service delivery across the nation's extensive healthcare network.