Ayushman Bharat Scheme To Be Launched In Odisha Soon

Union Health Minister J P Nadda will soon lauch Ayushman Bharat Scheme in Odisha. About 3.5 crore from 1.03 crore families in Odisha are expected to avail of the scheme, enabling them to receive free, cashless hospitalisation services in 29,000 private and public hospitals across the country. In the past, state-sponsored coverage had access to only 900 hospitals in the country.

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Key Features Of The Scheme

Here is a simplified and well-structured summary of the key features of Odisha’s healthcare scheme.

• Health Coverage per Family up to Rs 5 Lakh.

• Additional Rs 5 Lakh for Women.

• Extra Rs 5 Lakh if a family member or Senior Citizen (70+) is present.

• Maximum Coverage per Family: Rs 15 Lakh.

These public healthcare services stand out when compared to other states, especially for women and elderly citizens, further solidifying why Odisha has one of the most expansive and comprehensive healthcare schemes in the country.

Massive Budget Allocation

In support of these healthcare programs, the Odisha cabinet had earlier sanctioned a budget of Rs 27,019 crore for five years. This carefully crafted budget will assist in the proper coverage, seamless implementation, adequate service provision, and adequate publicity regarding the scheme’s benefits.