What is the current status of the Indian government's flagship healthcare program Ayushman Bharat

The current status of the Indian government's flagship healthcare program, Ayushman Bharat, is as follows: 1. Launch: Ayushman Bharat was launched on September 23, 2018. 2. Beneficiaries: The program aims to benefit around 50 crore (500 million) individuals across the country. 3. Coverage: The program provides health insurance coverage up to INR 5 lakh (approximately USD 7,000) per family per year, for secondary and tertiary care hospitalization. 4. Health and Wellness Centers: The program also aims to establish 1.5 lakh (150,000) Health and Wellness Centers across India. 5. Implementation: Ayushman Bharat is being implemented in a phased manner. As of now, it has been rolled out in all states and Union Territories. 6. Progress: The program has shown significant progress, with millions of beneficiaries availing the benefits of free healthcare services. 7. Challenges: However, there have been challenges in the implementation, including the need for improved infrastructure, awareness, and effective coordination among various stakeholders. 8. Future plans: The government plans to scale up Ayushman Bharat further and strengthen its implementation to ensure universal healthcare coverage for all. Note: The information provided is based on the general understanding of the current status of Ayushman Bharat and may be subject to change.
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