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150 More Dialysis Machines At Six Delhi Govt Hospitals

150 More Dialysis Machines At Six Delhi Govt Hospitals

Time of India2 days ago
New Delhi: In a major boost to kidney care services, Delhi govt has added 150 haemodialysis machines across six govt hospitals under its public-private partnership dialysis project.
Burari Hospital received the largest share with 55 machines, officials said.
The expansion is part of the city's ongoing efforts to strengthen free dialysis facilities for patients with end-stage kidney conditions. In Jan, 150 machines were operationalised across 10 hospitals—90 under Prime Minister National Dialysis Programme (PMNDP) and 60 via the PPP model.
Delhi now has 300 dialysis machines in 16 govt hospitals, aimed at improving access, cutting waiting times and supporting underprivileged patients.
"Free dialysis is a critical lifeline. By expanding capacity, we aim to reduce delays and ensure equitable kidney care," said a senior health official.
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Dr Himanshu Verma, head of nephrology at Safdarjung Hospital, said dialysis was necessary for people with kidney failure when the organs could no longer filter waste and excess fluids. Most cases are linked to diabetes, hypertension and other chronic conditions.
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"Early detection and control of blood sugar and pressure can prevent or delay kidney damage," Dr Verma said. "Lifestyle changes, medication and regular health checks are key.
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Although there's no official dialysis registry for Delhi, estimates based on national data suggest 2,400-2,600 people in the city currently undergo dialysis. Local studies indicate a much broader kidney disease burden: over 4% of Delhiites have impaired kidney function and nearly 6% show signs of kidney damage, pointing to a hidden but significant crisis.
Officials said the govt aimed to continue scaling up free dialysis services.
Free dialysis in Delhi govt hospitals is available to residents with at least three years of Delhi residence proof, a National Food Security Card and a family income below Rs 3 lakh per year. Those earning under Rs 1 lakh annually are eligible for treatment at select hospitals without any residency proof under PMNDP. The scheme aims to support economically weaker patients with access to life-saving kidney care.
Eligibility determines the hospitals where a patient can avail of the dialysis service under various govt-supported schemes.
Dr Anurag Gupta, director of the dialysis unit at Sir Gangaram Hospital, said the demand for dialysis continued to outpace infrastructure. "Even with 1,350 PMNDP centres nationwide serving 1.7 million patients, private and PPP models still provide the bulk of Delhi's dialysis care," he said. "The burden of chronic kidney disease is only growing. Strengthening public infrastructure is essential to ensure no patient is denied treatment due to cost," he added.
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