Department of Health and Family Welfare (Kerala)

Department of Health and Family Welfare
Government of Kerala
Department overview
JurisdictionKerala, India
HeadquartersAnnex -II, 6th Floor Room No.603 Government Secretariat, Thiruvananthapuram Kerala-695001
Minister responsible
Department executive
  • Rajan N Khobragade IAS, Additional Chief Secretary (Health)
Child agencies
  • Directorate of Health Services
  • Directorate of Medical Education
  • Department of Drugs Control
  • Commissionerate of Food Safety
Websitehealth.kerala.gov.in

The Health and Family Welfare Department is an administrative department under the Government of Kerala, responsible for public health, medical services, family welfare, and the management of healthcare institutions across the state. The department formulates health policies, oversees statewide health infrastructure, implements national health programs, and monitors public health initiatives.

It is one of the largest administrative departments of Kerala and functions through various directorates, autonomous bodies, and missions. The department also oversees medical education, preventive health programs, health insurance schemes, and family welfare initiatives. It has its headquarters in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala.

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