Haryana private hospitals suspend Ayushman services over outstanding dues
The Indian Medical Association (IMA), Haryana, has warned of a complete withdrawal of services from September 16 if the dues are not cleared
Private hospitals in Haryana halted Ayushman Bharat services for 24 hours on September 1, 2026, to protest unpaid dues totaling several hundred crores. The Indian Medical Association (IMA) Haryana threatened to cease all services starting September 16 if the government did not clear the outstanding payments. Ajay Mahajan, Chairman of the IMA-Hospital Board, explained that hospitals typically submit 2,500 claims daily, but refrained from filing any on the day of the protest.
The IMA president, Sunila Soni, revealed that ₹1,200 crore in dues remained unpaid since January. She emphasized that despite multiple assurances from the government over the past three years, the issue remained unresolved. The IMA cited inadequate budgetary allocation, a high number of beneficiaries, and a shortage of manpower as reasons for the payment delays.
The Haryana Health Department, however, maintained that Ayushman services were functioning normally. The state government has paid ₹570 crore to private hospitals this year, with the remaining dues being processed. The situation has drawn attention from the government, media, and the public, highlighting the financial challenges faced by empanelled hospitals.
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