Status of States: Insights on Health Policy across India

The Centre for Health Equity, Law and Policy (Indian Law Society, Pune)
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From the water you drink, to the hospital bills you pay, health policy shapes the everyday reality of all individuals. In India, these policies vary greatly from state to state. Join us as we chat with health experts about the condition of health and healthcare across the diverse regions of India and understand the related law and policy environment.

  1. Ground Reality of Health and Healthcare in Uttar Pradesh

    SEP 29

    Ground Reality of Health and Healthcare in Uttar Pradesh

    In this episode, we explore the state of health and healthcare landscape of Uttar Pradesh with Jashodhara Dasgupta - Independent Researcher on Gender, Rights & Public Health. We discuss how an individual’s social position shapes their access to health, the availability of human and financial resources, and the state of accountability and transparency in the health system — and much more. Get a glimpse of the ground reality of health and healthcare in Uttar Pradesh — hit play! (Transcription available on https://www.c-help.org/podcast)

    1 hr
  2. Ground Reality of Health and Healthcare in Uttar Pradesh (Hindi Version)

    SEP 19

    Ground Reality of Health and Healthcare in Uttar Pradesh (Hindi Version)

    उत्तर प्रदेश में स्वास्थ्य और स्वास्थ्य सेवाओं की ज़मीनी स्थिति इस एपिसोड में हम उत्तर प्रदेश के स्वास्थ्य और स्वास्थ्य सेवाओं की स्थिति पर बात करेंगे। हमारे साथ हैं सामाजिक संस्था ‘सहयोग’ से सुनीता, जो पिछले 16 सालों से उत्तर प्रदेश में महिलाओं और युवाओं के प्रजनन स्वास्थ्य और अधिकारों पर काम कर रही हैं। हम जानेंगे कि लोगों की सामाजिक स्थिति का उनके इलाज तक पहुँच पर क्या असर पड़ता है, स्वास्थ्य व्यवस्था में बजट और स्टाफ की क्या स्थिति है, और जवाबदेही व पारदर्शिता की क्या हालत है — और भी बहुत कुछ। उत्तर प्रदेश में स्वास्थ्य और इलाज की ज़मीनी स्थिति जानने के लिए — प्ले दबाइए!

    1h 1m
  3. The Health Landscape of West Bengal

    MAY 27

    The Health Landscape of West Bengal

    In this episode, we explore the health, healthcare and health governance landscape of West Bengal, with Dr. Fuad Halim, a Medical Practitioner and Social Activist We discuss the critical situation of data poverty, West Bengal’s Clinical Establishments Act and the Swasthya Sathi Insurance policy and much more Take a look at how health is delivered in the state of West Bengal - Hit play! (Transcription available on https://www.c-help.org/podcast)

    52 min
  4. The Health and Healthcare Landscape of Rajasthan (Hindi Version)

    APR 12

    The Health and Healthcare Landscape of Rajasthan (Hindi Version)

    In this episode, we explore the state of Rajasthan with Chhaya Pachauli, a public health expert and the director at  Prayas, Centre for Health Equity. We talk about the state of public healthcare, state of privatisation, some unique healthcare policies in the state and their implementation. We also discuss the landmark Right to Healthcare Act, its gaps and lessons that other states can learn from Rajasthan.  Ready to get a glimpse of Rajasthan? Hit play! Find the English version of this episode here - https://open.spotify.com/episode/3NJiTX7nmVtWdeqaxsNEdQ?si=a08a5acd3aad46bb

    56 min
  5. Health Governance in India’s National Capital – Delhi

    MAR 6

    Health Governance in India’s National Capital – Delhi

    In this episode, we explore health governance in India's capital, Delhi, with Dr. Rajib Dasgupta, an Epidemiologist and Public Health Expert. We discuss the federal division of responsibilities, the much lauded model of the Mohalla Clinics, the issue of air pollution and much more.   Deep dive into the unique health landscape of Delhi - Hit play! (Transcription available on https://www.c-help.org/podcast)

    45 min
  6. A Closer Look at Health and Healthcare in Kerala

    JAN 20

    A Closer Look at Health and Healthcare in Kerala

    In this episode, we take a closer look at the state of health and healthcare in Kerala with Dr. V Raman Kutty, Epidemiologist and Public Health Expert. We discuss the growth of the private sector, violence against healthcare workers, decentralization of health governance, and much more. Ready to gain insights into health and healthcare in Kerala? Hit play! (Transcription available on https://www.c-help.org/podcast)

    47 min
  7. Exploring Tamil Nadu’s Public Health Landscape: What is and what can be!

    12/09/2024

    Exploring Tamil Nadu’s Public Health Landscape: What is and what can be!

    In this episode, we delve into the public health landscape of Tamil Nadu with Dr. T. Sundararaman, a public health expert. We discuss some successful initiatives and policies in Tamil Nadu, challenges, and lessons for other states to learn. We also talk about the issues of health budget, communitization of healthcare and the potential for a Right to Healthcare legislation.  Ready to take a peek at Tamil Nadu’s Public Health Landscape? Hit Play! (Transcription available on https://www.c-help.org/podcast)

    52 min
  8. The Reality of Health and Healthcare in Chhattisgarh (Hindi Version)

    10/31/2024

    The Reality of Health and Healthcare in Chhattisgarh (Hindi Version)

    In this episode, we journey to the state of Chhattisgarh with Dr. Yogesh Jain, a public health physician involved in community health programmes. We talk about the state of public healthcare, undernutrition and disempowered communities who are unable to demand their due entitlements. We also discuss various national-level health programs that grew from experiences in Chhattisgarh and their impact on the state of public health.  Ready to take a look at Chhattisgarh? Hit play! Find the English version of this episode here- https://open.spotify.com/episode/4ucIQ6IqikSo0dvTVnJTuO?si=_DQc5VUATsedtz6Ngp93zg

    47 min
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From the water you drink, to the hospital bills you pay, health policy shapes the everyday reality of all individuals. In India, these policies vary greatly from state to state. Join us as we chat with health experts about the condition of health and healthcare across the diverse regions of India and understand the related law and policy environment.

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