Bhubaneswar: Affirming Odisha government’s resolve to provide improved healthcare facilities to the people, Chief Minister Mohan Majhi on Tuesday announced that the much-awaited Ayushman Bharat health insurance scheme will be implemented in the state within two weeks.
Speaking at the state-level Odisha Day celebration event held at Satyabhamapur in Cuttack district, the Chief Minister said that the scheme will bring about a transformation in the state’s healthcare system and immensely benefit the common people.
The scheme will provide medical insurance coverage to over 3.52 crore people across Odisha, Majhi said, adding that eligible beneficiaries under the scheme will receive cashless treatment in hospitals, easing their financial burden in times of medical emergencies.
Highlighting its widespread accessibility, he said people will be able to avail treatment not only in hospitals within Odisha but also in reputed medical institutions outside the state. This move aims to provide advanced healthcare options to those requiring specialised treatment beyond state boundaries.
Over 29,000 hospitals across the country have been roped in to provide treatment to the beneficiaries of the scheme, the CM said, adding that people covered under the scheme will receive quality healthcare services without financial constraints. This will particularly benefit people from economically weaker sections, rural communities, and those facing difficulties in accessing expensive medical care.
The state government is expected to coordinate with medical institutions and healthcare providers to ensure smooth implementation of the scheme.
With the launch of Ayushman Bharat in the state, the government aims to bridge healthcare gaps, provide financial relief to families, and ensure quality treatment for all, irrespective of their economic status.