Ayushman Bharat-PMJAY Expansion BY PM Modi 2024: Now senior citizens above 70 years can enroll for the Ayushman Bharat-PMJAY scheme, to get the benefit of health insurance of ₹ 5Lakh per Year for free.
On September 11, 2024 PM Modi made a big announcement about expansions of Ayushman Bharat-Pradhan Mantri Jan Aarogya Yojana (PMJAY). Now all the senior citizens above 70 years will be eligible for the health insurance of ₹ 5Lakh per Year under the Ayushman Bharat-PMJAY(AB-PMJAY).
We are committed to ensuring accessible, affordable and top quality healthcare for every Indian. In this context, the Cabinet today has decided to further expand the ambit of Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY to provide health coverage for all citizens above 70 years. This scheme will…
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) September 11, 2024
PM Modi share this big announcement on social Media Platform X “We are committed to ensuring accessible, affordable and top quality healthcare for every Indian. In this context, the Cabinet today has decided to further expand the ambit of Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY to provide health coverage for all citizens above 70 years. This scheme will ensure dignity, care and security to 6 crore citizens!”
It is a big move by PM Modi’s Cabinet, to improve the health & insurance facilities for the senior citizens above 70 years by giving coverage under the AB-PMJAY scheme. Now senior citizens can enroll for the AB-PMJAY scheme to get the Ayushman Bharat Card.
Helpful Summary of Expansion of Ayushman Bharat-PMJAY scheme
| Announcement for | Extension of Ayushman Bharat Yojana (AB-PMJAY) by providing Coverage to the Senior citizens above 70 years |
| Coverage Amount | Up to ₹5 lakhs per year |
| Beneficiary | Senior Citizens above 70 years |
| Number of Beneficiary Senior Citizens | Approximately 6 crore |
| Organization | National Health Authority (NHA) |
| Scheme BY | Central Government of India |
| Official Portal | Visit Here |
| Official Mobile Application | Visit Here |
| Registration Documents | Aadhar Card Proof of Address Biometric Information (if applicable) |
| Services Covered | Hospitalization Surgical Procedures Diagnostic Services |
| Registration Locations | Common Service Centers (CSCs), Listed Hospitals , Ayuahman Bharat Mobile Application |
| Card Usage | Cashless and paperless treatment at listed hospitals |
| Announcement Date | 11 September 2024 |
Eligibility Criteria For Senior Citizens to get Coverage of Ayushman Bharat-PMJAY scheme
- Age Criteria-: All the senior citizens above 70 years will be eligible for Ayushman Bharat-PMJAY scheme.
- Income Criteria-: Not applied. All the senior citizens who are above 70 years are eligible for AB-PMJAY.
How to Register/ Enroll Senior citizens for Ayuahman Bharat PMJAY scheme?
To get the benefit of AB-PMJAY health insurance coverage, Senior Citizens above 70 years needs to register for the Ayushman Bharat-PMJAY scheme. Senior citizens can enroll/ register using-
- CSC Center (Jan Seva Kendra)-: To make Ayushman card senior citizens needs to visit the nearest CSC center (Jan Seva Kendra). Please bring your Aadhar Card and Mobile number. Tell the CSC Center owner to make Ayushman Card. Once done you can download and get the Ayushman Bharat card.
- Go to the listed hospital and use the Ayushman Mitra Service– Senior citizens above 70 years now can Apply for the Ayushman Card directly from listed hospitals (In case of emergency) , you can get more information in hospitals Ayushman card counter. Please carry your Aadhar card and mobile with you while visiting the hospital (listed).
- Ayushman Bharat Card Official mobile Application: Senior Citizens can download the Ayushman Bharat mobile application to register for the scheme.
Helpline Number
- The toll-free number is 14555 and 1800111565
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: What is the eligibility criteria for senior citizens above 70 to get benefit of AB-PMJAY ?
All senior citizens above 70 years, irrespective of their socio-economic status, are eligible for the Ayushman Bharat-PMJAY.
Q2: What benefits are covered under Ayushman Bharat-PMJAY scheme?
The scheme covers a wide range of treatments, including hospitalization, surgeries, medical procedures, and follow-up care, at empaneled hospitals.
Q3:How can I check my eligibility for the Ayushman Bharat scheme?
You can check your eligibility by visiting the official Ayushman Bharat portal and entering your details. Or you can check the eligibility test process here.
Q4: Is there any cost involved for senior citizens to avail of this scheme?
No, the government will bear the entire cost, and there is no premium to be paid by the beneficiaries.