#NextGenGST reforms: PM Modi hopes for better accessibility in healthcare

New Delhi: A day after the BJP government announced GST reforms, citizens heaved a sigh of relief as taxes were significantly reduced even on essentials. Amid this, Prime Minister Narendra Modi reaffirmed the Centre's commitment to ensuring and offering accessible healthcare to every citizen. Apart from initiatives like Ayushman Bharat and Jan Aushadhi Kendras, the Government will also be undertaking #NextGenGST reforms.

PM Modi also highlighted the transformative effects of #NextGenGST in strengthening the nutrition ecosystem and India's public healthcare sector. This way, by reducing taxes on essentials and protein-rich foods and products, the reforms are likely to improve diet accessibility for families all over the country. The measures are expected to complement flagship initiatives like POSHAN Abhiyan and Ayushman Bharat, reinforcing the Centre's commitment to providing balanced nutrition, holistic health, and a better quality of life to every citizen of India.

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Ms. Chandra R. Srikanth on X, formerly Twitter, responded to PM Modi's post on #NextGenGST.

“The #NextGenGST measures reflect the vision of 'Swasth Bharat' by making essential food items, cooking essentials, and protein-rich products more affordable for families across India. Together, with initiatives like Ayushman Bharat and POSHAN Abhiyaan, these reforms strengthen our commitment to better health, balanced nutrition and improved quality of life for every citizen.”

Furthermore, on the lines, PM Modi responded to Dr Sumeet Shah on X.

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“Affordable healthcare for every Indian has always been our mission. From Jan Aushadhi Kendras to Ayushman Bharat, and now with reduced GST on essential health products, including zero tax on 33 life-saving medicines, we continue our journey to make quality healthcare more accessible and affordable for all. #NextGenGST”