Maternity care in Delhi
Delhi and the wider NCR offer everything from large government teaching hospitals with specialist obstetric units to private super-speciality hospitals in South and West Delhi, Gurugram and Noida.
Local tips for expectant parents
- During winter smog, limit time outdoors on high-AQI days and ask your doctor about safe ways to stay active indoors.
- In the peak summer heat, schedule appointments early in the day and carry water.
- If you live in Gurugram, Noida or Ghaziabad, check which state scheme and ambulance service applies to your address.
Government maternity hospitals in Delhi
Public hospitals offer free or low-cost antenatal care and delivery under national schemes such as JSSK and PMSMA. Well-known public hospitals with obstetric services include:
- Safdarjung HospitalAnsari Nagar
- Lady Hardinge Medical College & Smt. Sucheta Kriplani HospitalConnaught Place
- All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS)Ansari Nagar
- Lok Nayak HospitalDelhi Gate
- Kasturba HospitalDaryaganj
Listed for information only; this is not a paid listing or an endorsement. Services and departments change – please confirm directly with the hospital. Read about government schemes for pregnant women.
Choosing where to have your baby
Your doctor and your hospital usually go together, so think about both at once. Consider the level of newborn care on site (especially for twins or a high-risk pregnancy), travel time at any hour, costs and insurance, and how comfortable you feel asking questions. Our 25 questions for your first visit can help.
In an emergency, don’t search – call. Dial 108 for an ambulance (or 112, the national emergency number), or go straight to the nearest hospital with a labour room. Always confirm details directly with a provider before visiting.