2.5 crore people got free treatment last year under Ayushman Bharat health scheme: President Murmu
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Why in news
President Droupadi Murmu highlighted the progress of the Ayushman Bharat scheme and other health initiatives during her address to Parliament.
Background
Over 11 crore free medical treatments have been provided under the Ayushman Bharat scheme to date. Last year alone, 2.5 crore patients received treatment under the scheme.
Facts for Prelims
- Fact2.5 crore patients received free treatment under Ayushman Bharat last year.
- FactOver 11 crore free medical treatments provided under Ayushman Bharat to date.
- FactVay Vandana cards issued to approximately one crore senior citizens.
- FactNearly 8 lakh senior citizens received free in-patient treatment via Vay Vandana cards.
- PlaceWHO declared India free from Trachoma.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the role of public-private partnerships and government schemes in achieving Universal Health Coverage in India.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Infrastructure gap: Shortage of specialized healthcare facilities in rural areas despite high scheme coverage
- Financial protection: Reducing out-of-pocket expenditure for vulnerable populations through insurance-linked health models
Keywords: Universal Health Coverage · Out-of-pocket expenditure · Public health infrastructure · Preventive healthcare · Health insurance
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