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Source: This post on Health Coverage Expansion Under PM-JAY has been created based on the article ” PM rolls out health cover for persons aged 70 and above “published in The Hindu on 30th October 2024.
Why in news?
Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently announced a significant extension to the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PM-JAY).
About the extension
1. The extension to the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PM-JAY) now includes:
i) Eligibility for Senior Citizens: The scheme will now cover all individuals aged 70 and above, regardless of income, ensuring they can receive free hospital treatment up to ₹5 lakh.
ii) Ayushman Vaya Vandana Card: Senior citizens will receive an Ayushman Vaya Vandana Card, which will help reduce out-of-pocket medical expenses.
2. Several health-related projects were also inaugrated:
i) Health Sector Investments: New projects amounting to ₹12,850 crore were launched at the All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA) in Delhi.
ii) Global Appeal of Ayurveda: Celebrations for Ayurveda Diwas took place in over 150 countries which reflected the growing global interest in Ayurveda.
Read more: Expansion of the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB PM-JAY)
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