Madhya Pradesh's Sanjeevani Clinics Stand Empty Despite Government Promises

Residents in Madhya Pradesh are raising concerns over the state of Mukhya Mantri Sanjeevani Clinics. Despite their official opening, many of these health facilities remain non-functional or poorly equipped. Locals now demand action to ensure these clinics deliver the promised health services.

The Mukhya Mantri Sanjeevani Clinic in Mahidpur was built nearly three years ago at a cost of lakhs of rupees. Though it opens daily, patients are routinely turned away due to shortages of qualified doctors, nurses, and essential medicines.

A second clinic, located near the old high school grounds on Deviji Mandir Road in Bhimakheda village, has remained locked since its inauguration. The facility stands unused, frustrating residents who expected accessible healthcare.

As of February 2026, the state government has officially launched 2,000 such clinics across all 52 districts. Each district was meant to have at least 30-40 operational health centres in both urban and rural areas, offering free medical services. However, the lack of staff and supplies has left many clinics unable to function properly.

Citizens continue to question when these health centres will become fully operational. With growing dissatisfaction, authorities face pressure to address staffing gaps, stock medicines, and activate all clinics as intended. The situation highlights the gap between infrastructure investment and actual health service delivery.