Why is it in News?
→ PM-JAY crossed major milestones in coverage and hospitalisation.
→ Expansion to new states and elderly population strengthened reach.
Important Points:
- PM-JAY provides ₹5 lakh health cover per family per year.
- Targets over 12 crore poor and vulnerable families.
- Covers nearly 55 crore beneficiaries.
- Over 42 crore Ayushman Cards issued by December 2025.
- Nearly 11 crore hospital admissions enabled.
- Scheme allows cashless and paperless treatment nationwide.
- No restriction on family size, age, or gender.
- Ayushman Vay Vandana Card covers citizens aged 70 years and above.