International Journal of Social Science Research (IJSSR)

Navigating the Challenges of the Healthcare System in Ladakh

The paper highlights the significant challenges of the healthcare system in Ladakh. Ladakh is one of the territories of utmost geopolitical importance for India, as it shares the border with China, and ensuring access to basic necessities is crucial for the development of the region. The paper is based on secondary data and real-life experiences, particularly the challenges faced by people residing in the remote areas of Ladakh, such as Changthang, Nubra, and Zanskar. Although India is in the lead in terms of the world's healthcare system, many areas still need basic healthcare facilities, and Ladakh is one of those. The significant challenges highlighted in the paper are related to the inaccessibility of healthcare facilities, lack of advanced equipment, lack of manpower, lack of awareness, and inclination of the people towards traditional methods of medical care.