<h1>15th Finance Commission and World Bank Discuss Health Sector Financing, Focus on Innovation and Public-Private Partnership.</h1> The 15th Finance Commission of India held a meeting with the World Bank and other key stakeholders to discuss health sector financing, marking the first time the Commission will dedicate an entire chapter to this area. The World Bank representatives highlighted their long-term involvement in India's health sector and the recent billion-dollar loan to combat the pandemic. Discussions focused on enhancing health spending, leveraging private sector engagement, and improving service delivery through innovation and technology. The need for reforms in public financial management and the importance of local bodies in healthcare delivery were emphasized. The Commission plans to integrate these insights into its recommendations for the Union government.