卡纳塔卡将医院收费提高了20%, Karnataka raises hospital fees by up to 20%, sparking debate on affordability and funding.

卡纳塔卡政府增加了与班加罗尔医学院和研究所有关的几家国营医院的住院费用。 Karnataka's government has increased hospital fees at several state-run hospitals linked to Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute (BMCRI). 病房费和服务费,包括门诊费,已上升20%。 Ward charges and service fees, including outpatient visits, have risen by up to 20%. 卫生部长Dinesh Gundu Rao认为,增加幅度微乎其微,而且为医院发展提供资金。 Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao argues the increases are minimal and fund hospital development. 然而,BJP声称,费用上涨不公平地给穷人造成负担。 However, the BJP claims the fee hikes unfairly burden the poor.