Public health activists and medical professionals in India are voicing their apprehensions about the surge in privatization of public health services in the country. The practice of transferring district hospitals and health centers to private organizations in states such as Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, and Jharkhand has come under intense scrutiny. Jan Swasthya Abhiyan, a leading healthcare advocacy group, is calling for a boost in public health funding and a halt to the privatization trend. The move towards privatization of government hospitals through Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) has sparked a debate among stakeholders in the healthcare sector. Critics argue that this shift could potentially jeopardize access to affordable healthcare for the masses. As the country observes World Health Day, the spotlight is on the need to strike a balance between public and private healthcare services to ensure universal health coverage and equitable access to medical facilities. The concerns raised by experts highlight the importance of prioritizing public health investments and strengthening the public healthcare system to cater to the healthcare needs of all sections of society. It remains to be seen how policymakers address these pressing issues and steer the healthcare sector towards a more inclusive and sustainable future.