Bihar pushes up its Ayushman Bharat health insurance coverage​

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Bihar pushes up its Ayushman Bharat health insurance coverage

Analysis:

1. Bihar has emerged as a leading state in India in terms of enrolment under the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY).
2. A total of 3.94 crore Ayushman cards have been created in the state till date, indicating a significant outreach to economically weaker sections.
3. The scheme has resulted in savings of over ₹1,000 crore in out-of-pocket medical expenses for beneficiaries within a single year, reflecting enhanced financial protection and accessibility to healthcare.
4. The state government has launched an intensive drive to enrol the poorest of the poor, highlighting Bihar’s focus on expanding social security through health insurance.
5. Increased coverage under AB-PMJAY in Bihar can contribute to reducing health inequities, improving healthcare access in rural areas, and alleviating financial stress on vulnerable households.

Static Part / Background:

• Scheme: Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY)
• Objective: Provide assured healthcare to economically weaker sections of society
• Impact in Bihar: 3.94 crore cardholders; savings of ₹1,000 crore in medical expenses in a single year
• Source: The Hindu

Updated: 07 June 2025, 12:20 AM | Source:The Hindu