Dr. Harsh Vardhan reviews Ayushman Bharat – Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana, appreciates progress of the scheme in one year

“I am pleased to know that more than 39 lakh people have availed cashless treatment worth over Rs. 6,100 crore for serious illnesses since the launch of AB-PMJAY. This has resulted in savings of Rs. 12,000 crore to the beneficiary families.”
More than 39 lakh people have availed cashless treatment worth over Rs. 6,100 crore

“I am pleased to know that more than 39 lakh people have availed cashless treatment worth over Rs. 6,100 crore for serious illnesses since the launch of AB-PMJAY. This has resulted in savings of Rs. 12,000 crore to the beneficiary families.” This was stated by Dr. Harsh Vardhan, Union Minister for Health and Family Welfare today at the high-level review of the implementation of Ayushman Bharat – Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY). The Union Health Ministerappreciated the progress of the scheme as it nears completion of its first year since launch and sated that the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi ji has envisioned the scheme for the health and wellness of the poorest and most vulnerable of the country’s people. “We have to ensure that the vision of our beloved and inspirational Prime Minister is fulfilled,” he emphasized.

Dr Harsh Vardhan further stated that it is important that this initial momentum be maintained in the implementation across the country and the states put in greater strength and efficiency in scaling up their progress and providing seamless health services to the last mile.At the review meeting, Dr Harsh Vardhan also launched the newly designed grievance management portal of AB-PMJAY. This is an online system to help members of the general public to register their grievances and get assisted support.

Dr Harsh Vardhan also gave the go-ahead tothe preparations for the first anniversary of the scheme. Several events are being planned across the country to commemorate the occasion. 23rd September will be celebrated as Ayushman Bharat Diwas. The fortnight of 15th – 30th September will be marked as the “Ayushman Bharat Pakhwara” where several activities will be carried out in the States to generate awareness around the scheme and celebrate this gift of health to the nation.  A mega national event “Gyan Sangam” will be organised from 29th – 30th September in New Delhi to highlight the progress and achievements of AB-PMJAY.

The Union Health Minister also visited the different teams and mingled with officials asking them about their work in NHA. He took a deep interest in the cyber security and privacy mechanisms set up at NHA to protect the beneficiaries’ data. He appreciated that NHA has from the very beginning developed the necessary policies and guidelines and adopted the highest global standards and principles including the HIPAA of US Healthcare, GDPR of the European Union and ISO 27001 to safeguard data of crores of citizens. He emphasized that the highest standards of security and privacy, and zero tolerance for corruption and fraud be the cornerstone of the culture of AB-PMJAY. 

Tags : #dr-harshayushmanbharatpradhan-mantri-jan-arogya-yojana

Related Stories

07 Sep

JNCASR researchers develop diagnostic therapy for Lung Cancer

Now a safe and cheap way for determining lungs cancer

View
29 Aug

Citriodiol in insect repellent may protect against COVID-19: UK study

Citriodiol had anti-viral properties if mixed with the virus in the liquid phase and on a test surface

View
05 Aug

INST develops new kit to detect fluoride in drinking water

Equipment-free, a simple paper-strip based naked-eye fluoride ion detection and quantification kit in drinking water to evade Fluorosis-based disorders

View
29 Jul

SNBNCBS develops a device for screening of bilirubin level in new born

The operation of the device is based on non-contact and non-invasive spectrometry-based techniques for measurement of neonatal bilirubin level

View
17 Jul

ARCI & Vehant Technologies co-develop UV System for baggage

ARCI & Vehant Technologies co-develop UV System for baggage Scan Disinfection to fight COVID 19

View
15 Jul

Atal Innovation Mission to support Startups with COVID-19 Solutions

9 startups were chosen in the first round for funding

View
26 May

Molecular shock absorbers buffer axonal tension of nerve cells : RRI

Department of Science &Technology along with IISER Pune have proved Spectrin act as ‘shock absorbers’

View
14 May

DST initiatives to protect Divyangjan and Elderly

PSG College of Technology

View
13 Apr

IUSSTF boosts Indo-US virtual networks to address COVID 19 challenges

Collaboration across nations and organizations can leverage and share expertise across S&T communities and facilitate the development of a diverse, globally-engaged science, engineering, and technology-abled workforce, which can proactively work towards solutions for the Pandemic

View
07 Apr

Chandigarh University Uses 3D Printing Technology to Design Splitters That can Bridge Ventilators Shortfall in India

Chandigarh University had constituted a Core Research Group on the call made by Department of Science and Technology (DST) which had invited proposals from companies

View

-Advertisements-




Trending Now

Will India’s Healthcare Budget Support a Future of Robotic Surgeries?February 22, 2025
Is the World on the Brink of Another Pandemic? Scientists Discover a New Bat VirusFebruary 22, 2025
Newcastle University Expands Academic and Research Collaborations in IndiaFebruary 21, 2025
Get Ready to #BibaUp! Kriti Sanon Unveils the Season’s Most Stylish Summer CollectionFebruary 21, 2025
A Rare Condition: Surgery Saves 2-Day-Old Baby as Organs Shift Into ChestFebruary 21, 2025
Odisha’s Bold Healthcare Vision: A Rs 12,000 Crore Blueprint for Universal Health AccessFebruary 21, 2025
Young India’s Health Crisis: Why Insurance Claims Are Rising Among 25-35 Year OldsFebruary 21, 2025
India vs. Trump’s Pharma Tariff: The Battle Over Affordable MedicineFebruary 21, 2025
Foreign Medical Aspirants in Trouble: NMC’s Warning on Pending Eligibility CertificatesFebruary 21, 2025
Think Your Work Music Helps You Focus? Science Says Think AgainFebruary 21, 2025
Is Your Home’s Air Poisoning You? Shocking New Study Reveals Hidden Indoor Pollution RisksFebruary 20, 2025
The Society of Automotive Engineers & B V Raju Institution of Technology; to host the globally prestigious E-BAJA 2025; at Hyderabad!February 20, 2025
Eat right for your heart to beat rightFebruary 19, 2025
Aakash Healthcare and Medtronic Inaugurate North India’s First Dedicated Vein ClinicFebruary 19, 2025
Urgent and accelerated HIV service delivery with equity and rights is critical to end AIDSFebruary 19, 2025
Fasting Fad or Future Health Threat? Why Teens Should Think Twice Before Intermittent Fasting February 19, 2025
Public Hospitals Go High-Tech: AIIMS Delhi Leads India’s Robotic Surgery WaveFebruary 19, 2025
Screen Time and Healthy Habits: Navigating Optimal Development in ChildrenFebruary 18, 2025
SRM Global Hospitals Launches WOW, a Centre Exclusively for Women’s Health and WellnessFebruary 18, 2025
The Hidden Dangers of Scented Candles: Aesthetic Bliss or Silent Health Hazard?February 18, 2025