The Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana, also known as the Ayushman Bharat Scheme, is a government health insurance program.
It aims to provide medical facilities to people from economically weaker sections of society. Families enrolled in this scheme receive coverage of up to Rs 5 lakh per year.
Recently, the government extended benefits to individuals aged 70 years and older.
Benefits for Migrant Laborers and Street Vendors
Migrant laborers will also benefit from the Ayushman Bharat Scheme.
They can apply for the Ayushman Card at their current place of residence, making it easier for them to access healthcare while working far from home.
Additionally, people in the unorganized sector, such as street vendors, daily wage laborers, and household servants, can now apply for the scheme.
These individuals often lack social security, so the Ayushman Bharat Scheme will help them get necessary medical treatment.
The scheme also extends benefits to landless laborers and economically weak people in rural areas.
How to Apply for the Ayushman Card
To access the benefits of the Ayushman Bharat Scheme, individuals need to obtain an Ayushman Card.
To check eligibility, they can visit the official Ayushman Bharat website and enter their personal information.
If eligible, they should visit a hospital or common service center associated with the scheme to apply for the card.
It’s important to have identity proof, such as an Aadhar card or ration card, when applying.
