Punjab Health Minister Urges Private Hospitals to Reserve 20% Beds Under Government Schemes

Punjab Health Minister Dr Balbir Singh emphasized health as a fundamental right and urged private hospitals to reserve at least 20% of their beds under government schemes to provide affordable care. Speaking at the Progressive Punjab Investors' Summit 2026, he highlighted the state's efforts to expand healthcare access through Aam Aadmi Clinics and called for stronger collaboration between government and corporate healthcare providers to achieve universal and equitable services.