Katihar ranks third in Bihar in generating Ayushman Cards, 80,000 issued so far

IANS | June 9, 2025 7:25 PM

Katihar, June 9 (IANS) In a significant achievement under the Central government’s flagship healthcare initiative, the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB PM-JAY), Katihar district has secured the third position in Bihar for generating Ayushman cards. With over 80,000 cards issued so far, the district has earned a spot among the top ten in the state, reflecting growing public engagement with the scheme.

Bihar: Gaya beneficiary gets free treatment under Ayushman Bharat scheme

IANS | June 7, 2025 8:18 PM

Gaya (Bihar), June 7 (IANS) The Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY), the world’s largest publicly funded health assurance scheme, continues to be a lifeline for countless Indians. Offering free medical treatment worth up to Rs 5 lakh per family annually for secondary and tertiary hospital care, the scheme has emerged as a game-changer in India's healthcare landscape—especially for the poor and lower-middle-class population.