In Keralam, ‘affordable’ private health care is easier said than done

In Keralam, ‘affordable’ private health care is easier said than done

Kerala's government is preparing a new bill to overhaul the state's health‑care regulations, reviving the 2018 Kerala Clinical Establishments Act that seeks to place both public and private providers under a common framework. While officials argue the move will improve affordability and standards, many private hospitals continue to oppose the legislation, fearing increased oversight and costs.