Bridging Vision and Reality: A Critical, Comparative and Scenario-Based Evaluation of Pakistan’s Health Policy

Abstract

This study uses a multifaceted framework that combines empirical evaluation scenario, forecasting and comparative analysis to critically assess Pakistan’s Health and Population Policy. The study highlights mainly focuses on strategic gaps in digital health infrastructure, equity implementation, financing and governance by comparing it to Bangladesh, Rwanda and India. Three conceivable futures—optimistic, status quo and regressive—are projected by a scenario analysis based on institutional capacity and policy implementation. Significant differences in health infrastructure, workforce distribution, budget utilization and climate resilience are revealed by ground-level analysis. The policy’s success depends on strategic execution, interprovincial coordination and adaptive learning that reflects global aspirations and SDG alignment.