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Over 50,000 West Bengal residents benefit from PM-JAY, says CM Suvendu Adhikari

The West Bengal government announced that more than 50,000 people have joined the Ayushman Bharat PM‑JAY scheme, providing them with cashless health coverage up to ₹5 lakh per family annually. Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari praised the Ministry of Health for facilitating enrolment and highlighted the programme’s reach. The state intends to expand coverage, especially in rural areas, in the coming months.

Over 50,000 West Bengal residents benefit from PM-JAY, says CM Suvendu Adhikari
Over 50,000 West Bengal residents benefit from PM-JAY, says CM Suvendu AdhikariPhoto via ET HealthWorld

The state government announced that over 50,000 residents have enrolled in the Ayushman Bharat PM‑JAY scheme, granting them cashless treatment up to ₹5 lakh per family per year.

Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari highlighted the programme’s reach and thanked the Ministry of Health for its support in expanding enrolment.

PM‑JAY covers a wide range of medical procedures in both government and private hospitals, aiming to reduce out‑of‑pocket expenses for families.

West Bengal plans to increase enrolment further, with a focus on rural and underserved communities in the near future.

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