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Punjab's Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna: Free Health Cover Up to Rs 10 Lakh for Every Family

The Punjab government has approved the Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna, offering free cashless medical treatment up to Rs 10 lakh for every family in the state. Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann announced the scheme will launch in January, with registration beginning in Taran Taran and Barnala districts. Beneficiaries will receive a 'CM Health Card' providing coverage for 2,000 health services across most government and private hospitals. The registration process will be simplified using Aadhaar cards, voter IDs, or passports.

Key Points: Punjab Free Health Insurance: Rs 10 Lakh Cover Under Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna

  • Free cashless treatment up to Rs 10 lakh
  • Covers 2000 health services
  • Registration via Aadhaar or Voter ID
  • Includes most private hospitals
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Punjab govt to provide free medical treatment up to Rs 10 lakh under Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna from January

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann launches Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna, providing cashless medical treatment up to Rs 10 lakh for every family from January.

"Under this health card, every citizen of Punjab will get free and better treatment. - CM Bhagwant Mann"

Chandigarh, December 26

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann approved the launch of the Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna, under which every family in the state will get free and cashless medical treatment up to Rs 10 lakh.

The scheme is set to begin in January, with registration starting soon.

Chief Minister Mann directed the health department to complete the necessary arrangements for launching the scheme.

Back in September this year, Mann announced the rollout of a state health insurance scheme under which every family in Punjab will be eligible for cashless treatment up to Rs 10 lakh.

Speaking about the initiative, Mann said the benefit would be provided through a 'CM Health Card', with the registration process beginning tomorrow.

"A few days ago, we announced that we would provide Rs 10 lakhs health insurance to every family in the state. Using the CM Health Card, people will be able to avail the benefit of cashless treatment up to Rs 10 lakhs. The registration for this scheme will start tomorrow. Under this health card, every citizen of Punjab will get free and better treatment," the Chief Minister said.

Mann added that the process will begin in Taran Taran and Barnala districts, where special health camps will be set up for two to three days.

"It will be a simple registration process using Aadhaar card, voter card or Passport," he explained.

In a post on X, the Punjab CM wrote that the card will provide "quality treatment" for 2,000 health services.

CM Mann wrote, "People across the state will be able to avail the benefits of the Chief Minister Health Card after registration. Under this card, beneficiaries will receive free and quality treatment for 2,000 health services. Along with all government hospitals, most private hospitals in the state will also be linked to this scheme."

- ANI

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Shreya B
Finally some good news! My parents live in Barnala, so they'll be in the first phase. The Aadhaar-based registration sounds simple. The key will be ensuring hospitals don't create unnecessary hurdles for cashless treatment. Fingers crossed!
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Rohit P
Promises are easy to make. We've seen similar schemes announced before. The real test is on the ground. Will the empaneled private hospitals actually provide quality care, or will they find ways to deny treatment? The government must have a strong grievance redressal system.
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Priya S
This is a much-needed step. In villages, people often sell land or take massive loans for hospital bills. If this works, it will bring huge relief. Hope they also focus on improving the infrastructure of government hospitals alongside this insurance scheme.
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Michael C
As someone who has worked in public health, scaling this up to cover every family is a massive logistical challenge. Starting with pilot districts is smart. The success will depend on the backend tech for the health card and training staff at registration camps.
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Nisha Z
Waah! This is what a government should do - work for the people's welfare. Bhagwant Mann saab is delivering on his promises. My chacha in Taran Taran has been struggling with heart issues. This scheme could be a blessing for our family. ❤️

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