We estimate that the cost of universal health care delivery through the existing mix of public and private health
institutions would be INR 1713 (USD 38, 95%CI USD 18–73) per person per annum in India. This cost would be 24% higher, if
branded drugs are used. Extrapolation of these costs to entire country indicates that Indian government needs to spend
3.8% (2.1%–6.8%) of the GDP for universalizing health care services.