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UID: ED-20250112-IN-08
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The indicator “Total Institutes for Paramedical Education in India, by State” is an important measure of the capacity and regional distribution of allied healthcare education. Paramedical professionals—such as laboratory technicians, radiographers, physiotherapists, emergency medical technicians, and operation theatre technologists—are essential to the effective functioning of healthcare systems and the delivery of quality patient care. Tracking this indicator helps assess whether states have adequate institutional infrastructure to train the paramedical workforce required to support hospitals, clinics, diagnostic centres, and public health programmes. States with fewer paramedical institutes may face shortages of trained personnel, leading to service gaps, increased workloads for existing staff, and reduced healthcare quality. Conversely, higher availability of institutes indicates stronger preparedness to meet healthcare demand.
From a policy and planning perspective, this indicator supports workforce planning and targeted investment in health education. It enables governments to identify regional imbalances, align training capacity with population size and disease burden, and plan expansions in underserved areas. The data also informs regulatory oversight and quality assurance in paramedical education. For students, researchers, and health sector stakeholders, state-wise information improves transparency and supports informed decision-making. Overall, this indicator is vital for strengthening health systems, improving access to care, and ensuring a skilled allied health workforce across India.
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