Health Inflation in india

• Health Inflation: The year-on-year inflation rate for the health component of the Consumer Price Index (CPI) for March 2025 is 4.26% (provisional), showing a slight increase compared to the previous month.
• Previous Month: In February 2025, health inflation was 4.12%.
• Indication: The modest rise in health inflation indicates continued upward pressure on healthcare costs, driven by factors such as increased demand for medical services and pharmaceuticals.
• Reasons for Change: The increase is attributed to rising prices of medical services, hospital charges, and essential medicines, reflecting ongoing demand and supply-side constraints.
• Impact on People: Higher health inflation can increase out-of-pocket expenses for households, especially affecting low- and middle-income groups, potentially limiting access to affordable healthcare.
• Impact on Market: Sustained health inflation may influence policymakers to monitor healthcare cost drivers closely, while also affecting sectors like pharmaceuticals and health insurance, potentially leading to adjustments in pricing and coverage.

Above mentioned rate is combined health inflation for both rural and urban sectors.

Please Note: Data published in April represents the inflation rate for March. This is because it is calculated and reported for the previous month after analyzing price changes.