Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath recently highlighted significant improvements in healthcare infrastructure across Uttar Pradesh. In 2017, many districts lacked even a single ICU bed, and critical facilities like digital X-rays, blood banks, and dialysis units were severely limited or absent altogether. Now, in 2025, every district in the state has ICU beds, mini-ICUs, digital X-ray services, blood banks, and dialysis available free of cost to patients. This reflects a massive leap in healthcare accessibility and quality.
The Ayushman Bharat scheme has benefitted over 5.34 crore families with health coverage, and more than 80 lakh patients have availed services under this initiative. The government has spent over âš3,000 crores in collaboration with the central government to provide health insurance and treatment support. Recently, cashless medical facilities have been announced for 11 lakh government teachers and their families, benefiting approximately 55 lakh individuals.
Health Infrastructure in Rural and Urban Areas
Furthermore, the government has focused on modernising health services through digitisation, improved diagnostics, and quality control measures, facilitating timely and transparent medical care. Health infrastructure in rural and urban areas has expanded with over 25,500 health centres offering 14 free diagnostic tests and widespread availability of essential medicines.
The state government has also promoted AYUSH medical education with the establishment of universities and numerous Ayurvedic, Unani, and Homeopathic hospitals and colleges to augment preventive healthcare services.
Comparative Table of Healthcare Infrastructure in Uttar Pradesh (2017 vs 2025)
| Aspect | 2017 Status | 2025 Status |
| Number of Government Medical Colleges | 12 | Over 45 government colleges plus around 36 private and PPP colleges |
| Total Medical Colleges | Around 12 | Approximately 80 (government + private) |
| ICU Beds Availability | No ICU beds in two-thirds of districts | ICU and mini ICU beds available in all 75 districts |
| Digital X-Ray & Blood Banks | Limited to a few urban centres | Available in every district |
| Dialysis Facilities | Limited, not free | Free dialysis available in all districts |
| Ayushman Bharat Coverage | Recently launched, limited outreach | 5.34 crore families covered; 80 lakh+ beneficiaries |
| Cashless Medical Facilities | Not available for teachers or public | 11 lakh teachers and their families covered |
| Specialty and Super-specialty Hospitals | Few | Multiple new centers established |
| Infrastructure Improvement | Many hospitals lacked modern facilities | Substantial upgrades in equipment, staffing, and digital services |
| Health Centers | Limited diagnostic tests & medicine availability | 25,500+ centers offer 14 free tests & essential medicines free of cost |
Medical colleges and hospitals have Increased
When Yogi Adityanath’s government came to power, two-thirds of the districts had no ICU beds; now all 75 districts have access, with improved technical staff and support systems ensuring efficient emergency care. Innovative services like blood separator units are also available for patients suffering from viral illnesses causing low platelet counts, especially benefiting the economically weaker sections.
On the institutional front, the number of medical colleges in Uttar Pradesh has surged from only 12 government medical colleges in 2017 to over 45 by 2025, including several private and PPP-model institutions. MBBS seats and postgraduate medical education seats have more than tripled, ensuring a larger supply of trained healthcare professionals. Additionally, new super speciality hospitals and research centres have been established, further strengthening the medical ecosystem.
This transformation highlights Uttar Pradesh’s journey towards an inclusive, modern healthcare system under the leadership of Yogi Adityanath, providing better access, expanded facilities, and improved quality of care for millions of residents.
