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Hans India
6 days ago
- Health
- Hans India
Life-saving surgeries, zero cost: Ayushman Bharat rescues poor in MP's Neemuch
Neemuch: A massive transformation is underway in the villages of Neemuch district, Madhya Pradesh, as the Ayushman Bharat Yojana, launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, continues to provide life-saving healthcare to the most economically vulnerable. Known as the Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PM-JAY), this flagship initiative of the Central government has become a beacon of hope for families who once struggled with the burden of high medical expenses. Introduced in September 2018, the Ayushman Bharat scheme is the world's largest government-funded health insurance programme. It offers each eligible family an annual cashless healthcare cover of up to Rs 5 lakh, covering a wide range of treatments including diagnostics, secondary and tertiary care, surgeries, and even ICU stays at empanelled hospitals across India. Its goal -- to bring quality healthcare within reach of nearly 50 crore Indians. In Neemuch's villages -- especially Ummedpura and Medhki -- the scheme has changed lives. People who once had no means to afford expensive operations have now received advanced treatments completely free of cost. The stories of transformation are many, and each one speaks of survival, dignity, and renewed hope. Rajaram Bairagi, a small grocery shop owner from Medhki village, recalls the frightening days of 2020 when he suffered a heart attack during the COVID pandemic. With no financial resources to afford a costly surgery, his family was in despair. However, through the Ayushman Bharat card, he received treatment at a hospital in Ahmedabad, where his surgery—initially estimated to cost around Rs 1.5 lakh—was performed entirely free. 'This card gave me a new life. I will always be thankful to Modi ji for starting this scheme,' he told IANS. Dilip Kumar Piriya, a furniture shop owner from Ummedpura, shared a similar experience. He suffered from intense arm pain in 2019, and medical tests revealed four critical blockages in his heart. Doctors recommended an urgent bypass surgery that would cost upwards of Rs 4.5 lakh. With no means to bear the cost, Dilip turned to the Ayushman Bharat Yojana. Within a month, his surgery was conducted without any financial burden. 'It saved my life,' he said. 'There was no way I could have arranged such a huge amount. This scheme brought hope to my entire family,' he added. Farmers Labhachand Dhakad and Raghunath Singh Panwar also benefitted. Labhachand underwent a free angioplasty, while Raghunath received treatment for kidney stones that had caused him extreme pain. In both cases, families were spared from crippling medical debt. In Ummedpura, nearly 1,943 residents out of a total population of 2,508 now hold Ayushman cards. According to local officials, dozens of villagers have received free treatment for heart diseases and other serious conditions through this scheme. Artisans like Ashok Kumar Chhipa, who specialises in traditional Bandhej work, have also availed free angioplasty under the programme. For families who once faced the grim choice between incurring debt or forgoing treatment, Ayushman Bharat has become more than just a health insurance scheme -- it is a lifeline. In village after village, the stories echo a single truth: access to healthcare is no longer a privilege reserved for the few. Thanks to Ayushman Bharat, it is becoming a right for all. As India moves forward with digital health missions and universal care ambitions, the success stories from Neemuch stand as powerful proof that well-implemented policy can bring real change to even the remotest corners of the country.
Hindustan Times
7 days ago
- Health
- Hindustan Times
Charitable hospitals should offer benefits of health schemes to poor patients: Abitkar
PUNE: Charitable hospitals registered under the Bombay Public Trusts Act 1950 should proactively offer the benefits of key government health schemes such as Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PM-JAY) and Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Jan Arogya Yojana (MJPJAY) to poor and needy patients, health minister Prakash Abitkar said on Wednesday. He urged unregistered hospitals to complete their registration process under the Act, assuring full support from the state government. Charitable hospitals should offer benefits of health schemes to poor patients: Abitkar Abitkar was speaking at a review meeting held at Yashwantrao Chavan Academy of Development Administration (YASHADA) to assess the implementation of these flagship health schemes. The meeting was attended by MLA Kailas Patil; Maharashtra Ayushman Bharat Mission committee chairman Dr Omprakash Shete; State Health Guarantee Society CEO Annasaheb Chavan; deputy director of health Dr Kailas Baviskar; district civil surgeon Dr Nagnath Yempalay; district health officer Dr Sachin Desai; and hospital representatives. 'These schemes are critical for ensuring citizens' health security. Hospitals must work with a spirit of service, especially towards the poor and underprivileged. Registered charitable hospitals must take the initiative to provide timely support to patients who visit them in distress,' Abitkar said. 'Considering the rising number of patients and the cost of medical care in Pune district, charitable hospitals carry a huge responsibility. They must provide high-quality healthcare and work in a way that builds trust and satisfaction among patients,' Abitkar further said. As per government directives, charitable hospitals are required to reserve 20% of their beds—10% for poor patients and another 10% for economically weaker sections. Abitkar stressed the need for hospitals to strictly follow this mandate and ensure that beds are made available to eligible patients without delay. On his part, Dr Shete emphasised that the government is committed to ensuring that every eligible patient receives the benefits of state-run health schemes. 'Hospitals must deliver quality health services to deserving patients. Hospital management must ensure that there is no negligence in this regard,' he said. Abitkar inspects ESI Hospital in Pimpri-Chinchwad During his visit to Pimpri-Chinchwad, health minister Prakash Abitkar Wednesday morning inspected the Employees' State Insurance (ESI) Hospital in Mohan Nagar. He visited various departments, including the outpatient department (OPD), inpatient department (IPD), medicine store, and dietary section. He also interacted with patients to understand their issues. The minister directed hospital doctors and administrators to remain attentive and ensure that patients receive quality treatment as well as proper facilities.
Time of India
16-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Gujarat high court grants bail to director, marketing execs of Khyati Hospital
Ahmedabad: The Gujarat high court on Tuesday granted bail to three accused persons – one director and two marketing executives of Khyati Hospital – in connection with the deaths of two PMJAY beneficiaries after they underwent angioplasty procedures at the hospital last year. The hospital has been accused of conducting the procedures wrongfully to avail benefits under the Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PM-JAY) scheme last year. Justice M R Mengdey granted conditional bail to hospital director Chirag Rajput, marketing executive Pankil Patel, and marketing manager Pratik Bhatt, on each of them furnishing a personal bail bond of Rs 10,000 and surety of an equal amount. They approached the court for bail through advocate Ajj Murjani. You Can Also Check: Ahmedabad AQI | Weather in Ahmedabad | Bank Holidays in Ahmedabad | Public Holidays in Ahmedabad According to the prosecution, Rajput has a 6.8% share in the hospital. He was involved in the overall administration of the hospital and overaw the activities of the marketing team. It was alleged that he pressured the marketing team to bring more patients to the hospital, and with this intention, more medical camps were organised by Khyati Hospital. For Patel and Bhatt, it was alleged that they also persuaded the patients to undergo the procedures in question. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like American Investor Warren Buffett Recommends: 5 Books For Turning Your Life Around Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo Considering the gravity of the case, the role alleged on the part of these accused, and the possibility of their availability during the trial, the HC granted them bail on routine conditions, including marking presence before the Vastrapur police station once a month for six months. The city crime branch probed the case and arrested nine persons, including the hospital's chairman, Kartik Patel.
Time of India
07-07-2025
- Health
- Time of India
ESIC opens services for PMJAY beneficiaries
Chennai: Employees' State Insurance Corporation in KK Nagar, previously reserved for ESI beneficiaries, has now opened its services to all people registered under Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PMJAY) scheme, Union minister of state L Murugan said on Monday. Until now, the social security organization provided critical healthcare services, including hospital admissions without expenditure limits, outpatient services, sickness allowances, and maternity benefits, to organized-sector workers. ESIC in KK Nagar will now offer services for people with the PMJAY insurance in Tamil Nadu. As Tamil Nadu chief minister's health insurance scheme has been dovetailed with the PMJAY scheme, nearly 1.3 lakh families will have an additional facility for treatment. The insurance scheme provides cashless hospitalization for specific ailments or procedures for up to 5 lakh per family. "More than 10,000 outpatients are treated in this hospital every day," Murugan said. "There are 1,000 beds for inpatients. Fifty additional seats have been created in postgraduate medical courses this year," Murugan said. You Can Also Check: Chennai AQI | Weather in Chennai | Bank Holidays in Chennai | Public Holidays in Chennai Twenty ESI medical colleges were inaugurated in the country over the past 11 years, and the govt has ensured that everyone gets quality medical treatment with insurance coverage of up to 5 lakh under the Ayushman Bharat scheme. "The new hospital will be inaugurated in Sriperambudur soon," he said. Later, Murugan inaugurated a screening camp, 'Healthy India, Prosperous India', inspected the medical infrastructure and medical testing equipment, and distributed assistive devices to about 100 people with disabilities through the Prime Minister's Divyasha (Disabled) Centre.
Time of India
07-07-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Ayushman Bharat wards to be set up at CHCs across Gorakhpur
Gorakhpur: Special wards under the Ayushman Bharat, Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PM-JAY) will soon be operational at all Community Health Centres (CHCs) in Gorakhpur. The initiative kicked off at Piprauli CHC on Monday, where chief medical officer (CMO) Dr Rajesh Jha inaugurated a dedicated three-bed Ayushman Bharat ward. A beneficiary under the scheme has already been admitted. CMO Dr Jha, accompanied by ACMO (RCH) Dr A K Choudhary, also took part in a tree plantation drive under the 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam'campaign at Piprauli CHC. The CMO later inspected Bansgaon and Kohila CHCs. Dr Jha said all block-level medical officers have been instructed to establish similar Ayushman Bharat wards at their respective CHCs. These wards, he added, will offer better facilities than many private hospitals, encouraging rural patients to choose government-run centres for surgeries, deliveries, and other treatments. At Bansgaon CHC, discussions were held to identify space for setting up a Nagar Ayushman Arogya Mandir. Officials have been given a one-week deadline to finalize the location. However, during a surprise visit to Kohila CHC, Dr Jha found only one pharmacist on duty around 1:45 pm. Show-cause notices were issued to the absentee staff at Kohila and Piprauli CHCs. The CMO warned of strict action against staff arriving late or leaving early. He said senior officials will conduct regular field visits and attendance will be closely monitored through biometric systems.
