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Union Budget 2026: Over 2,50,000 jobs in the health sector by 2030, 1 lakh AHPs to be trained

Sanjeev Kumar | February 1, 2026 7:21 PM CST

New Delhi: The Union government’s new budget emphasises more employment in the health sector, thereby increasing job opportunities. The Finance Minister in the Lok Sabha today announced several major initiatives related to health services, training and medical infrastructure. With the goal to train millions of new professionals in the upcoming years the goverment ensure improved medical services and provide new career options for youth.

In the budget, the government has clearly specified that the health sector will be a major source of employment. It is estimated that by 2030, over 250,000 new job opportunities will be created in this sector. To fulfil this target emphasis is being made on training, upgrading institutions and introducing new programmes.

New scheme for allied health professionals

To train 100,000 Allied Health Professionals (AHPs) over the next five years a plan will be implemented which will involve improving the existing institutions and establishing new ones. The major areas of focus include optometry, radiology, anaesthesia, OT technology, applied psychology and behavioural health.

Training of caregivers

The budget aims to train approximately 150,000 caregivers through a multi-skill programme. These individuals will assist in providing elderly care, wellness services, yoga support and operating advanced medical devices.

Promotion of medical value tourism

To promote medical value tourism in the country, five regional medical hubs will be established in collaboration with the private sector. This will open up new opportunities for experts in research, treatment and rehabilitation and will also provide better services to international patients.

New institute for mental health

In the union budget 2026, the finanace minister has also proposed the establishment of a new Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences similar to NIMHANS-2 to strengthen mental health services and research.