NITI Aayog's Ambitious Plan: Transforming AIIMS and Advancing Indian Healthcare

The NITI Aayog has formed a committee to transform AIIMS, New Delhi into a leading medical institution, focusing on governance, efficiency, and research excellence. Efforts are also underway to analyze international health systems for insights into achieving Universal Health Coverage in India. Additionally, steps are being taken to make drugs for rare diseases more accessible and affordable.

The NITI Aayog's latest initiative involves the formation of a committee dedicated to transforming AIIMS, New Delhi, into a global leader in medical research and practice. Spearheaded by NITI Aayog member V K Paul, the committee's mission is to evaluate AIIMS' current systems and recommend significant reforms, complete with specific timelines.

According to the Aayog's 2024-25 report, the committee will focus on improving patient inflow, establishing key performance indicators, enhancing governance, and ensuring financial sustainability. Simultaneously, NITI Aayog, with CSEP Research foundation, is studying global health strategies for insights into expanding Universal Health Coverage in India.

Moreover, the Aayog is addressing rare disease treatment by improving the accessibility and affordability of necessary drugs. Already, several indigenous drugs have been made available at significantly reduced costs compared to their imported counterparts, with more expected by year-end.