Ayushman Bharat

June 9, 2025 2:51 PM

11 years of Modi govt: Over 9 crore patients treated under Ayushman Bharat

In the eleven years of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government, healthcare has emerged as a major focus area, with the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB PM-JAY) playing a central role. More than 9 crore people have received free treatment worth Rs 1.3 lakh crore under the scheme—more than twice the population of Canada. According to the Economic Survey 2024–25, AB PM-JAY has helped citizens save over ₹1.25 lakh crore in out-of-pocket expenses and improved healthcare...

June 9, 2025 12:13 PM

Ayushman Bharat scheme led to historic development in health in last 11 years: Nadda

The flagship Ayushman Bharat - Jan Arogya scheme has led to historic development in the health sector in the last 11 years, said Union Health Minister JP Nadda on Monday. In a post on X, Nadda elucidated the progress made by the country in various fields under the Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led government over the last decade. “In the last 11 years, there has been historic development in all areas, including education, health, transport, infrastructure, and defense,” Nadda said. The U...

June 5, 2025 11:30 AM

PM Modi reiterates commitment to welfare of the poor as NDA completes 11 years

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday reiterated his government’s unwavering commitment to the welfare of the poor, calling the past 11 years of National Democratic Alliance (NDA) rule a period of transformative and inclusive governance. In a post on X, Prime Minister Modi said the government’s sustained efforts had helped lift more than 25 crore people out of poverty. “Over the past decade, the NDA Government has taken pathbreaking steps to uplift several people from the clutch...

May 20, 2025 5:21 PM

PM Modi addresses 78th World Health Assembly, highlights India’s global health vision

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday addressed the 78th Session of the World Health Assembly (WHA) in Geneva via videoconferencing, reaffirming India’s commitment to a more inclusive, collaborative, and integrated approach to global health. Extending warm greetings to the delegates, he highlighted how the theme of this year’s assembly — “One World for Health” — echoes India’s own vision of “One Earth, One Health”. In his address, the Prime Minister emphasized that the found...

April 7, 2025 3:52 PM

WHO highlights maternal and newborn health on World Health Day 2025; India leads regional efforts toward resilient healthcare

The World Health Organization (WHO) has dedicated this year’s World Health Day to the theme “Healthy Beginnings, Hopeful Futures,” spotlighting the urgent global need to prioritize maternal and newborn health. Marking its 77th anniversary on April 7, the UN agency emphasized that the health and well-being of mothers and infants form the foundation of a healthier, more equitable world. WHO South-East Asia Regional Director Saima Wazed underscored that health is a generational legacy—one ...

March 25, 2025 3:42 PM

AB PM-JAY enables Rs. 87 crore in cashless mental health treatments with 77,634 hospital admissions

Under Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri – Jan Arogya Yojana (AB PM-JAY), the National Health Benefit Package has expanded to cover 1,961 procedures across 27 medical specialties, including 22 for mental disorders. As of March 21, 2025, 77,634 hospital admissions worth Rs. 87 crore have been authorized, providing beneficiaries with cashless treatment for conditions such as schizophrenia, autism spectrum disorder, and intellectual disabilities. The Government continues to improve mental healthcare...

February 21, 2025 12:02 AM

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta chairs first Cabinet meeting, implements Ayushman Bharat scheme, moves to table 14 pending CAG reports

Hours after taking the oath as Delhi’s Chief Minister, Rekha Gupta chaired her first cabinet meeting, announcing key decisions that set the tone for her government. Among the first orders of business was the implementation of the Ayushman Bharat scheme in Delhi, with a ₹5 lakh top-up provided by the state government. Additionally, she confirmed that her government would table the 14 pending Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) reports in the Assembly’s first sitting, a move that the previ...

February 20, 2025 3:49 PM

Government launches intensified NCD screening campaign to cover all citizens aged 30 and above

In response to the growing burden of Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) across the nation, the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare has launched a special NCD screening drive to ensure 100% coverage of individuals aged 30 years and above. The drive, which will run from 20th February to 31st March, aims to detect and manage NCDs such as diabetes, hypertension, and common cancers like oral, breast, and cervical cancer. This nationwide initiative is part of the National Programme for Prevention ...

February 4, 2025 6:57 PM

Ayushman Bharat Scheme: A lifeline for cancer patients and healthcare transformation in India

Launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on September 23, 2018, the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PM-JAY) has emerged as a revolutionary initiative in India's healthcare landscape. Designed to offer health insurance coverage to over 500 million people, the scheme aims to ensure equitable access to quality healthcare for the country’s economically vulnerable populations. As India observes World Cancer Day, an occasion dedicated to raising awareness and combating the deadly ...

February 4, 2025 2:19 PM

Ayushman Bharat substantially improved access to cancer care, says Chennai doctor

The government's flagship Ayushman Bharat scheme, which offers health insurance coverage of up to Rs 5 lakh per family annually for medical treatment, has made cancer care more affordable for numerous patients across India. Speaking on World Cancer Day, observed annually on February 4, Dr. Chezhian Subash, an oncologist and haematologist from Chennai, highlighted the scheme’s positive impact on cancer treatment and care. He said, "With this scheme, there has been a substantial improvement in...