India’s leading healthcare industry body, NATHEALTH, has called for a substantial increase in public expenditure on health in the upcoming national budget, citing persistent infrastructure gaps, unequal access to care, and rising medical costs. The organization emphasized the need for enhanced funding to strengthen primary healthcare systems, accelerate digital health initiatives, and expand insurance coverage for underserved populations. NATHEALTH argues that higher investment will not only improve health outcomes but also drive economic productivity by reducing disease burdens.