Kumar Bahukhandi
The Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB PM-JAY) is the world’s largest health assurance scheme, providing a health cover of ₹5,00,000 per family per year for secondary and tertiary care hospitalisation., here a map visualise the current status of its uses state wide -Photo Credit-CG/PR
In Short
*Ranks Fourth in the Country for Providing Treatments Under the Scheme
*Over 78 Lakh Beneficiaries Have Received Free Treatment in Public and Private Hospitals
Raipur: Chhattisgarh has made remarkable progress in the successful implementation of the Ayushman Bharat – Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY), securing the fourth position nationwide in terms of treatments provided. This achievement reflects the state government’s commitment to providing inclusive and accessible healthcare, especially to economically weaker sections.
The state government has effectively integrated AB-PMJAY with its two flagship health schemes — the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh Ayushman Health Scheme and the Chief Minister’s Special Health Assistance Scheme. This unified approach has enabled maximum beneficiaries to avail cashless treatment facilities.
So far, over 78 lakh beneficiaries have received free treatment in public and private hospitals. There has been a significant rise in the number of treatments in public hospitals, indicating growing public trust in the government’s healthcare infrastructure.
Taking into account the health needs of senior citizens, the Vay Vandana Yojana has also been strengthened in the state. Over 4.5 lakh Vay Vandana Cards have been issued so far, benefiting 48% of ration card-holding elderly citizens in the state.
To encourage registration, targeted outreach has been ensured through Accredited Social Health Activists (ASHA ) workers, Gram Sabhas, Urban Health Platforms, old-age homes, and residential colonies. Additionally, continuous support and service are being provided through the 104 call center. As a special initiative, six districts have been designated as ‘Vay Mitra Districts’ to further strengthen healthcare security for senior citizens.
