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Bridging healthcare gap

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July 10, 2025
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Timely action imperative

The Health Minister of Jammu and Kashmir has acknowledged the acute shortage of doctors, which is though unsurprising to many, but brings official recognition to a longstanding and systemic crisis. The statement is not merely a reflection of a staffing issue, but is a clarion call for urgent, structural reforms in the healthcare sector. The dearth of medical professionals has created a crushing burden on the existing workforce. In many government hospitals and rural health centers, overworked doctors are compelled to handle patient loads several times above global norms. This overextension not only affects the physical and mental well-being of medical practitioners but also severely compromises the quality of care delivered to patients. The consequences are particularly dire in far-flung and mountainous areas of Jammu & Kashmir. This situation underscores the pressing need for a comprehensive strategy to significantly increase the number of doctors in the region. The solution must begin with fast-tracking recruitment processes, expanding medical education capacity, and improving working conditions to retain talent within the Union Territory. Government efforts to open new medical colleges in recent years are a step in the right direction, but these institutions must be adequately staffed and equipped. Moreover, incentives for doctors willing to serve in remote areas, including financial bonuses, housing, and career progression, need to be implemented rigorously. Healthcare is not a luxury, but a fundamental right. The disparity in doctor-to-patient ratios between urban centers and rural areas in Jammu and Kashmir is symptomatic of deeper policy neglect. Investing in healthcare human resources is not only about hiring more doctors; it is about ensuring dignity, equity, and life-saving care for every citizen, regardless of geography.

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