Odisha To Launch Ayushman Bharat Scheme From April 1st 2025

Alankar Mishra

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Updated: 16-04-2025 at 12:54 PM

The government of Odisha has made plans to implement the Ayushman Bharat-Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY) beginning April 1, 2025. The scheme will be in parallel with the Gopabandhu Jan Arogya Yojana which will lead to millions of beneficiaries receiving better healthcare services.

These decisions stem from the MoU signed on January 13, 2025 with the National Health Authority to bring the Ayushman Bharat scheme to Odisha’s. The scheme will be operationalised in 1,438 primary health centers and citizens will be educated on the scheme via a campaign.

Key Highlights

Feature	Details
Launch Date	April 1, 2025
Schemes Implemented	Ayushman Bharat-Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY) & Gopabandhu Jan Arogya Yojana
Total Beneficiaries	3.52 crore people across Odisha
Coverage Per Male Beneficiary	Up to ₹5 lakh for medical assistance
Coverage Per Female Beneficiary	Up to ₹10 lakh for medical assistance
Coverage for Families with Elderly (70+ Years)	Up to ₹15 lakh per family
Eligible Families under AB-PMJAY	67.80 lakh families
Eligible Families under Gopabandhu Jan Arogya Yojana	35.84 lakh families
Hospitals Covered	29,000+ government and registered private hospitals across India

How Odisha’s Health Schemes Will Benefit Citizens?

Odisha's citizens will have greater access to healthcare owing to the collaborative implementation of AB-PMJAY and Gopabandhu Jan Arogya Yojana.

More than 35.2 million people will be availed of the provision of free medical treatment for various procedures.
Each eligible male will receive up to ₹5 lakh for medical expenses.
Eligible female beneficiaries would be covered by the scheme up to ₹10 lakh.
Families having old-aged members above seventy years (70+) would be covered for medical expenses up to ₹15 lakh.

Special Coverage for Senior Citizens

Senior citizens (70+ years) are entitled to coverage under the Ayushman Bharat Vaya Vandana Yojana.
6 lakh people out of 23.12 lakh senior citizens entitled to the benefit are receiving assistance under the Gopabandhu Jan Arogya Yojana.

Healthcare Facilities

Beneficiaries can obtain medical services from more than 29,000 hospitals nationwide, including:

Government Hospitals
Registered Private Hospitals
Specialty treatment centres

This program eliminates cost constraints for families who want to obtain great healthcare services.

Implementation Plan & Awareness Campaign

The Odisha government is taking strong steps to ensure the scheme reaches everyone. From healthcare centres to public awareness, every aspect is covered. Key actions include:

Implement the scheme across 1,438 primary health centres.
Launch a massive awareness campaign to educate citizens about the scheme.
Provide Ayushman Bharat health cards to eligible families for seamless healthcare access.

Conclusion

The launch of Ayushman Bharat in Odisha is a notable achievement in the achievement of universal healthcare. The state integrates AB-PMJAY with the Gopabandhu Jan Arogya Yojana, ensuring that millions of residents are guaranteed adequate medical care. By offering free treatment in both government and private institutions, the state of Odisha is further enhancing its public health system while making healthcare accessible to everyone.

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