Srinagar, June 24 -- Srinagar- Thousands of dialysis and cancer patients across Jammu and Kashmir are facing growing anxiety over the possible de-empanelment of private hospitals under the Ayushman Bharat-SEHAT Scheme from July 1, a move that could severely impact access to critical healthcare services for some of the region's most vulnerable patients.

The concern comes in the wake of the Jammu and Kashmir Private Hospitals and Dialysis Centres Association's announcement that member institutions may withdraw from the scheme, citing prolonged non-payment of dues by the State Health Agency (SHA).

For patients undergoing regular dialysis and chemotherapy, the development has sparked fears of treatment interruptions, financial hardship, and...