Delhi Implements Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY: A Historic Move for Healthcare
| Date | Event/Initiative | Key Figures/Entities | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 5, 2025 | Delhi implements Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY | Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, Health Minister Pankaj Kumar Singh, National Health Authority (NHA) | Delhi became the 35th state/UT to formally implement the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY). |
| April 5, 2025 | MoU signed | NHA, Delhi Government | An MoU was signed between the NHA and Delhi government to implement the program. |
| April 5, 2025 | Delhi's historic inclusion | CM Rekha Gupta | CM hailed the decision as a historic milestone, ensuring healthcare access for Delhi's residents. |
| April 5, 2025 | Previous delays | Health Minister Pankaj Kumar Singh | Health Minister criticized the previous AAP government for delaying the rollout. |
| April 10, 2025 | Registration begins | Delhi Government | Registration for beneficiaries under the scheme will start on April 10, 2025. |
| Ongoing | Nationwide implementation | 34 states/UTs | The scheme is already operational in 34 states/UTs, benefiting over 50 crore people. |
| Ongoing | Key beneficiaries | Frontline workers | The scheme covers 36 lakh frontline workers like ASHAs and Anganwadi workers. |