Current Affairs - National - Discussion

The Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY) was launched in September 2018 as a flagship scheme of the Indian government, aiming to provide health coverage of up to ₹5 lakh per family per year for secondary and tertiary care hospitalization. This initiative targets India’s bottom 40% poor and vulnerable population, offering cashless treatment in both public and private empanelled hospitals. The scheme ensures that beneficiaries receive an e-card for seamless access to healthcare services, with eligibility determined by various socio-economic criteria, enhancing healthcare access and financial protection for those in need.