Ayushman Bharat Vaya Vandana Scheme Launched to Provide Rs 5 Lakh Health Cover to Seniors Aged 70 and Above, Check List of Hospitals

New scheme offers cashless hospital treatment across India for seniors, ensuring accessible healthcare and reduced family costs.

The Indian government has launched the Ayushman Bharat Vaya Vandana scheme, a new healthcare initiative providing senior citizens aged 70 and above with an additional Rs 5 lakh in healthcare coverage annually. Announced earlier this month by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, this scheme expands the existing Ayushman Bharat-PMJAY (Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana) health coverage, ensuring free treatment for seniors regardless of their income.

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Under the Ayushman Bharat Vaya Vandana scheme, seniors can receive cost-free treatment at AB PMJAY-empanelled hospitals across India. To access these benefits, eligible individuals can acquire an Ayushman Bharat Vaya Vandana card, available through the National Health Authority’s (NHA) beneficiary portal or Ayushman app, or in-person at empanelled hospitals and common services centers (CSCs).

This Rs 5 lakh coverage is allocated per family, with the extra amount exclusively for members aged 70 or older. The program also mandates Aadhaar-based e-KYC for seamless registration and issuance of Ayushman cards to eligible citizens.

The scheme addresses critical healthcare needs for the elderly, including assistance for those managing chronic health issues like diabetes and hypertension, and aims to reduce the financial strain of healthcare costs on families. The government’s focus on equitable healthcare access will significantly raise senior healthcare standards, offering a comprehensive healthcare safety net to older adults across the country.

Name of the Scheme    Ayushman Vaya Vandana Card List

Launched by    Prime Minister Narendra Modi 

Launch date    29 October 2024

Beneficiaries    Senior citizens of India above 70 

Objective    Providing 5 lakh per year for health treatments

Application mode    Online offline

Official website    https://beneficiary.nha.gov.in/

Through this program, it is ensured that all senior citizens have access to affordable healthcare solutions.

Eligibility Criteria

Must be a permanent citizen of India 

Must be over 70 years of age

No income criteria for this scheme; open to all individuals

Required Documents

Aadhaar card

Mobile number

Email ID

Age proof

KYC

With the Ayushman Bharat Vaya Vandana card, elderly citizens can access medical treatments without worrying about out-of-pocket expenses, ensuring they receive the quality care they deserve.