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5-Month-Old Infant Airlifted from Ujjain to Bengaluru for Heart Treatment; MP Govt to Bear Costs

A five-month-old baby named Yatharth Singh Ranawat from Ujjain district was airlifted to Bengaluru for advanced treatment of a serious heart condition. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav announced that the state government will cover all medical expenses under the Ayushman Niramay Yojana. The infant was transferred via the PM Shri Air Ambulance Service to Narayana Hospital for specialized cardiac care. The family expressed gratitude for the government's timely support, which made the lifesaving transportation possible.

Key Points: Infant Airlifted for Heart Surgery, MP Govt Bears Cost

  • 5-month-old Yatharth Singh Ranawat airlifted from Ujjain to Bengaluru
  • MP government to bear treatment costs under Ayushman Niramay Yojana
  • Infant transferred to Narayana Hospital for advanced cardiac care
  • PM Shri Air Ambulance Service launched in May 2024
  • Family thanks government for prompt assistance
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5-month-old infant airlifted from Ujjain to Bengaluru for heart treatment; MP govt to bear expenses: CM Mohan Yadav

A 5-month-old baby with a serious heart condition was airlifted from Ujjain to Bengaluru for treatment. MP CM Mohan Yadav says state will bear costs under Ayushman Niramay Yojana.

"The life of every citizen is invaluable. We are committed to saving every life at any cost. - CM Mohan Yadav"

Ujjain, May 12

A five-month-old baby suffering from a serious heart ailment was airlifted from Madhya Pradesh's Ujjain to Bengaluru on Tuesday under the state government's 'PM Shri Air Ambulance Service' for advanced treatment, government officials said.

The infant, Yatharth Singh Ranawat, from Sanoria village in Ujjain district, was taken from Indore to the Narayana Hospital in Bengaluru after doctors advised urgent specialised cardiac care.

Sharing the information, Chief Minister Mohan Yadav said the state government would bear the entire cost of the child's treatment under the Ayushman Niramay Yojana.

"We pray to God that he makes a speedy and complete recovery, bringing smiles back to his family's home."

The Chief Minister also wrote, "The life of every citizen is invaluable. We are committed to saving every life at any cost."

According to information, Yatharth was first examined by doctors in Madhya Pradesh, who recommended immediate transfer to a super-speciality hospital due to the complexity of his heart condition.

Considering the critical nature of the case, the state government arranged an air ambulance to ensure swift transportation to Bengaluru, where advanced paediatric cardiac treatment facilities are available.

The PM Shri Air Ambulance Service was launched by the Madhya Pradesh government in May 2024 to provide rapid medical transportation for critically-ill patients requiring urgent treatment.

The service is designed to assist patients injured in road accidents, industrial accidents, natural disasters, and those suffering from life-threatening illnesses who need immediate access to advanced hospitals within or outside the state.

Under the scheme, beneficiaries holding Ayushman cards can avail free air ambulance services to government hospitals and empanelled Ayushman healthcare institutions.

Patients without Ayushman cards are provided free transportation to government hospitals within Madhya Pradesh, while fixed charges are applicable for treatment at hospitals outside the state.

Yatharth's family thanked the state government for the prompt assistance, saying private air ambulance services were beyond their financial capacity.

- IANS

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Priya S
The speed of response is impressive. A 5-month-old infant with a critical heart condition needs immediate care, and the government arranged an airlift without delay. However, I'd like to see this service expanded to more districts. Many rural areas still lack access to such facilities. Glad Ayushman card holders get free service—that's real support for the poor.
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James A
It's great to see government initiatives actually saving lives. The coordination between local doctors in Ujjain and the super-speciality hospital in Bengaluru shows good governance. I hope the family finds strength during this difficult time. India's healthcare system is improving step by step.
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Vikram M
As someone from MP, I can say this is a welcome move. The PM Shri Air Ambulance Service has been operational since May 2024 and this is a real test case. But we need to ensure transparency in charges for patients without Ayushman cards going to out-of-state hospitals. Otherwise, it's a beautiful example of public health infrastructure saving a child's life.
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Sarah B
This is what we call 'जन सेवा' (public service). The fact that the entire cost is borne by the government under Ayushman Niramay Yojana means the family doesn't have to worry about financial burden during an already stressful time. Kudos to the medical team and administration for acting swiftly. Baby Yatharth is in good hands at Narayana Hospital.

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