Srinagar, Jan. 13 -- The health infrastructure of Jammu and Kashmir is undergoing a transformation that carries profound implications for the well-being of its people. A comprehensive review of ongoing projects across the union territory has revealed both the scale of ambition and the challenges that remain. From tertiary care facilities in Srinagar and Jammu to district-level hospitals in Budgam, Rajouri and Billawar, the effort reflects a clear recognition that healthcare is not merely a service but a cornerstone of public welfare and social stability.

The projects under construction and expansion, whether the Bone and Joint Hospital in Jammu, the Mother and Child Care Hospital in Anantnag, or the critical care blocks in Udhampur, are ...