The right to quality healthcare services is one of the most basic rights of people and hence, the government of India must ensure that every citizen living within the boundaries of India consumes an enriching diet so that they can grow, personally and professionally. This led to the introduction of the Ayushman Bharat Yojana.
What Is The Ayushman Bharat Yojana?
The Ayushman Bharat Yojana, officially known as the Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PM-JAY) is one of the largest health insurance schemes launched by the government of India in 2018. The government scheme offers cashless treatment of up to Rs. 5 lakhs to a family annually which covers around 1500 medical and surgical procedures. The families are identified through the data of the Socio-Economic and Caste Census (SECC) and ensure that people in need of the scheme, reap its benefits.
Success Stories Of The Ayushman Bharat Yojana
The Ayushman Bharat Yojana has improved the lives of millions of individuals and families and has transformed the landscape of the healthcare system of India for good. Some success stories of the people who reaped the scheme’s benefits are mentioned below in detail.
1. Story Of Anand
Anand is a farmer from the state of Uttar Pradesh who was suffering from a severe heart condition for which the cost of the treatment was around Rs. 2.5 lakhs. Anand was the sole breadwinner of his house and hence both, the family and him were facing a tough time. He learned about the Ayushman Bharat Yojana through a fellow worker. He enquired about the eligibility criteria and applied for the govt. scheme. He received the treatment he needed and the scheme saved his life.
2. Story Of Sunita
Sunita is a 45-year-old woman who resides in a remote village in the state of Madhya Pradesh and is suffering from a chronic kidney disease. Sunita and her family come from an economically weaker section because of which they couldn’t afford the treatment. She learned about the Ayushman Bharat Yojana in a regular health camp and registered for the scheme immediately. Sunita leads a happy and healthy life now and is an example of the govt. scheme.
3. Story Of Ramesh
Ramesh is a retired teacher from the state of Bihar who faced a sudden onset of cataract issues and knee issues which affected his vision and mobility. He had run out of his savings and didn’t have enough money to cover the expenses of the treatment. A neighbour informed him about the scheme and suggested he apply if he fit the eligibility criteria. Ramesh applied for the scheme, received the treatment, and is now healthy.
Conclusion
The Ayushman Bharat Yojana is an exceptional health insurance scheme launched by the government of India that opens the gateway to quality healthcare for people irrespective of their economic background.
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