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Health
West Bengal to Join Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY as 36th State
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🗓 06 Oct 2026, 07:32 AM
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West Bengal is set to implement the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PM-JAY), becoming the 36th state or union territory to adopt the national health scheme.
West Bengal is preparing to integrate into the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PM-JAY) framework. This move will make the state the 36th administrative unit in India to officially implement the National Health Protection scheme.
The decision marks a significant step in expanding the reach of the government's flagship health insurance program. By joining PM-JAY, West Bengal aligns with the broader national objective of providing comprehensive health coverage to its residents.
The scheme aims to offer financial protection against health risks, ensuring that eligible families can access quality healthcare services without facing financial distress. The inclusion of West Bengal further strengthens the nationwide network of the health scheme.
This development highlights the continued expansion of social welfare initiatives across different regions of the country, ensuring uniformity in health security measures for the population.
The decision marks a significant step in expanding the reach of the government's flagship health insurance program. By joining PM-JAY, West Bengal aligns with the broader national objective of providing comprehensive health coverage to its residents.
The scheme aims to offer financial protection against health risks, ensuring that eligible families can access quality healthcare services without facing financial distress. The inclusion of West Bengal further strengthens the nationwide network of the health scheme.
This development highlights the continued expansion of social welfare initiatives across different regions of the country, ensuring uniformity in health security measures for the population.