APRIL 11: Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today praised the Delhi Government for implementing the Pradhan Mantri Ayushman Bharat Health Infrastructure Mission (PM-ABHIM) and initiating the distribution of Ayushman Bharat cards under the Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PM-JAY). The Prime Minister’s appreciation came in response to a social media post by the Chief Minister of Delhi on platform X (formerly Twitter), where the latter highlighted the progress and outreach of the health initiatives in the national capital.
In his reply, Prime Minister Modi hailed the development as a “revolutionary step” in Delhi’s health sector. He emphasized the transformative impact of the “double-engine government” approach and expressed joy over the extension of Ayushman Bharat healthcare benefits to the residents of Delhi.
“दिल्ली के हेल्थ सेक्टर से जुड़ा एक क्रांतिकारी कदम! डबल इंजन सरकार का यह मिशन यहां के मेरे लाखों भाई-बहनों के लिए बेहद फायदेमंद होने वाला है। मुझे बहुत खुशी है कि दिल्लीवासी भी अब आयुष्मान योजना के तहत अपना इलाज करा पाएंगे।” the Prime Minister posted, highlighting the importance of inclusive healthcare.The Pradhan Mantri Ayushman Bharat Health Infrastructure Mission (PM-ABHIM) is a flagship scheme aimed at strengthening public health systems across the country. It seeks to improve critical healthcare infrastructure, ensure better pandemic preparedness, and enhance diagnostics and treatment facilities at both district and block levels. The mission also focuses on creating integrated public health labs and expanding critical care services.
Alongside this, the Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PM-JAY) under Ayushman Bharat provides free health coverage of up to ₹5 lakh per family per year to eligible beneficiaries for secondary and tertiary care hospitalization. With the launch of Ayushman Bharat card distribution in Delhi, lakhs of people will now be able to access affordable and quality healthcare services in both public and empaneled private hospitals.
The Prime Minister’s remarks underscore the commitment of the Central Government to ensuring that the benefits of national health schemes reach every citizen, regardless of region. The synergy between the Centre and Delhi Government on this front marks a significant stride towards universal health coverage and equitable healthcare access.
