Someone at home is unwell. Money is tight. So the first thought is: let’s go to the BMC hospital in Borivali. That’s a very normal thought. BMC hospitals are cheap, and they help lakhs of Mumbaikars every year. But before you go, read this for…

When a family member falls seriously ill in Mumbai, most families face the same hard choice. Large corporate hospitals offer comfort, but the bills can wipe out years of savings. Public hospitals do important work, but they are often overcrowded, with long queues and waiting…