What is Ayushman Bharat Yojana and how does it benefits the underprivileged section of the society

Describe the features and importance of Ayushman Bharat Yojana.
Ayushman Bharat Yojana is a national level program launched by the Government of India in 2018. It aims to provide health insurance coverage to economically and socially challenged individuals and their families. It is a game-changing scheme that has the potential to transform the healthcare landscape in India. Some of the features and benefits of Ayushman Bharat Yojana are:
  • One of the biggest benefits of the scheme is the financial protection it provides to poor families in case of hospitalization. It covers medical expenses up to Rs. 5 lakh per family per year.
  • The scheme also aims to create a robust healthcare infrastructure in the country by opening new health and wellness centers across the country and upgrading existing ones with modern equipment and facilities.
  • Ayushman Bharat Yojana covers more than 1,500 medical procedures and treatments, including cancer, heart diseases, and other critical illnesses.
  • It also encourages the use of technology in healthcare by promoting the use of electronic health records and telemedicine services.
  • The scheme prioritizes women, children, and senior citizens, and provides specific services and benefits to them.
  • One of the significant advantages of Ayushman Bharat Yojana is that it eliminates the financial burden of healthcare expenses from poor families and encourages them to seek medical treatment without worrying about money.
The Ayushman Bharat Yojana has the potential to bring about a radical transformation in the healthcare sector in India. By providing financial protection, promoting technology, and creating a modern healthcare infrastructure, the scheme ensures that every citizen of the country has access to quality healthcare services regardless of their economic background.
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