The Punjab government has allocated Rs500.62 billion for the health sector in the provincial budget for the fiscal year 2026-27, dedicating more than 10 per cent of the total budget to healthcare and unveiling initiatives aimed at improving medical services, specialised treatment and emergency care.
Budget Breakdown
According to budget documents, Rs424.32 billion has been earmarked for non-development expenditure, including salaries, medicines, operational expenses and the day to day functioning of public health institutions. Another Rs76.3 billion has been allocated for development projects focused on upgrading hospitals, expanding healthcare infrastructure and introducing modern medical technologies.
Strategic Priorities
Although the overall health allocation is lower than last year's budget, the new financial plan has been designed to prioritise high impact projects and accelerate the completion of key healthcare initiatives. The government aims to enhance the quality of medical services across the province through these strategic investments.
- Non-development expenditure: Rs424.32 billion for salaries, medicines, and operational costs.
- Development projects: Rs76.3 billion for hospital upgrades and infrastructure expansion.
- Focus areas: Specialised treatment, emergency care, and modern medical technologies.
