Exploresearch (ISSN: 3048-815X) ( Vol. 03 | No. 3 | July - September, 2026 )

Comparative Study of Work-Life Balance among Government and Private Sector Medical Practitioners in Rajasthan

Author: M. Asreen & Dr. Hemant Singh Panwar

The increasing demands of healthcare job, workload, and emotional stress have made work-life balance a big problem for healthcare personnel. Public health relies on health practitioners, yet these individuals also have challenges in juggling their personal and family lives with their work. In Rajasthan, public and private healthcare providers have very different working conditions in terms of, among other things, workload, job security, pay, administrative burden, and opportunities for advancement. Because of these differences, it is more difficult for them to strike a good work-life balance. Job stability, regular hours, pension benefits, and institutional support are some of the perks that government medical practitioners typically enjoy. However, they frequently encounter issues such as insufficient staff, an excessive number of patients, patients residing in outlying locations, administrative constraints, and so on. Practitioners in the private sector may have better infrastructure, more chances for advancement, and greater salaries, but they may also be subject to more work pressure, shorter hours, and less job security. The comparison study shows that several things impact work-life balance, including company culture, task management, family responsibilities, financial stability, and psychological well-being. Although private practitioners may earn more money, they often endure more occupational stress. In contrast, public sector practitioners often have more stability and more predictable work schedules. Policies that promote healthcare professionals' work-life balance, like flexible scheduling, mental health services, and adequate staffing, are emphasised by the results.

Asreen, M. & Panwar, H. (2026). Comparative Study of Work-Life Balance among Government and Private Sector Medical Practitioners in Rajasthan. Exploresearch, 03(03), 174–181. https://doi.org/10.62823/exre/03.03.275

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Article DOI: 10.62823/exre/03.03.275

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