IEP Chandigarh, January 5
In a significant stride towards ensuring healthcare for all, Haryana Chief Minister, Sh. Manohar Lal has successfully implemented the Ayushman-Chirayu Haryana Yojana. Through this scheme, nearly half of the state’s population is now eligible for free medical treatment up to Rs. 5 lakh in both government and private hospitals. The scheme has already issued over 1.03 crore Ayushman-Chirayu cards, encompassing 74, 33,548 Chirayu cards and 28, 89,000 Ayushman cards, bringing quality healthcare within their reach.
This visionary scheme, an extension of Pradhan Mantri Ayushman Bharat Jan Arogya Yojana, has become a beacon of health and hope for the people of the state. The Scheme, launched to bridge the healthcare gap, has reached new milestones, transforming the lives of the people of the state.
Approximately 8 lakh families with incomes ranging from Rs. 1.80 lakh to Rs. 3 lakh are now eligible for the scheme
Originally, the Ayushman Bharat scheme covered families with an annual income of Rs 1.20 lakh, based on the SECC-2011 data. Recognizing the need for inclusivity, the Manohar Lal-led Government expanded the scope through the Chirayu Haryana Yojana, raising the annual income limit to Rs. 1.80 lakh. Thereby, more than 28 lakh families in the state benefited from this expansion.
Taking this a step further, the Chief Minister has now expanded the scope of the Chirayu Haryana Yojana by raising the annual income limit from Rs 1.80 lakh to Rs. 3 lakh. This move ensures that even families with moderate incomes can access healthcare benefits, preventing economically disadvantaged families from being deprived of treatment for serious illnesses. Such families can avail themselves of the scheme by paying an annual premium of Rs. 1500. Approximately 8 lakh families with incomes ranging from Rs. 1.80 lakh to Rs. 3 lakh are now eligible for the scheme, raising the total number of beneficiaries under Ayushman Bharat and Chirayu Haryana to nearly 38 lakh.
Empowering Communities
The registration process launched on Haryana Day, marked a turning point in the lives of families with incomes between Rs 1.80 lakh to Rs 3 lakh. The response was overwhelming, with 39,534 families registering in the first phase. Remarkably, more than 9,700 families paid the premium through the portal from November 5, 2023, to December 31, 2023, ensuring immediate access to healthcare benefits from January 1, 2024, for one year.
New Year, New Inclusions
Welcoming the New Year, the Chief Minister bestowed a special gift upon Asha workers, HKRNL, and NHM employees, and other categories, recognizing their tireless efforts in the healthcare sector. As of January 1, 2024, 4754 Asha workers, who earn an annual income of Rs. 1.80 lakh, and 24,051 HKRNL employees, not covered under ESI and other such schemes, will now be eligible for the scheme. Additionally, 7814 contractual employees of the NHM will also benefit from the Ayushman-Chirayu Haryana Yojana. All these categories will give an annual contribution of Rs.1500 per family to avail the scheme benefits.
Online Convenience for Beneficiaries
Beneficiaries can easily register to get their Ayushman-Chirayu cards online at https://chirayuayushmanharyana.in/ or visit their nearest Common Service Centers or PMAM counters in public hospitals.
Notably, the Chirayu Haryana Yojana stands tall as a model for inclusive and accessible healthcare. Through strategic expansions, compassionate inclusions, and a commitment to simplicity, Chief Minister, Sh. Manohar Lal’s vision is translating into a reality where health is not a privilege but a fundamental right for every resident of Haryana. As the scheme continues to evolve, it serves as a testament to the transformative power of visionary leadership and the positive impact it can have on the lives of the people of the state.
In another incident, the Haryana Public Service Commission (HPSC) today declared the final results for a total of 642 postgraduate teacher positions in Physical Education and Fine Arts. Among these, 388 candidates for Physical Education and 254 for Fine Arts have been selected. Among these, a physical education teacher belongs to Mewat cadre.
The Secretary of the Commission, Sh. Mukesh Kumar Ahuja, stated that the selection has been made for 254 postgraduate teachers in Fine Arts. He said that along with this, the result of the subject knowledge test for 12 posts of Mining Officer and 4 posts of Assistant Mining Engineer has also been declared today. The examination for these two positions was conducted on October 22, 2023, and the interview dates will be announced soon.
Sh. Ahuja informed that the Commission has exercised utmost care in preparing the results of the mentioned examinations, and any right to rectify errors will be retained by the Commission. Further information regarding this can be obtained from the Commission’s website http://hpsc.gov.in. He informed that the Commission has started the recruitment process for the posts of postgraduate teachers of 19 subjects, out of which the process for 9 subjects has been completed, the recommendation of which has been sent to the government. The examination for the remaining 10 subjects, out of which the process for 9 subjects was conducted on December 30-31 last month, will be completed soon. Along with this, the PGT exam for computer subject could not be conducted due to a court case.
