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CM Mann unveils Punjab Health Sector’s 4-year Report Card: ‘Rs 10 lakh cashless care, 5 crore OPD visits’
In 4 years, AAP Govt recruits as many doctors as previous govts did in decades, fixing Punjab’s long-neglected healthcare system: CM Bhagwant Singh Mann*
Over 5 crore OPD visits, Aam Aadmi Clinics becoming the backbone of everyday healthcare: CM Bhagwant Singh Mann
Babushahi Bureau
Chandigarh, March 20, 2026: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Friday presented the four-year report card of the state’s health sector, highlighting flagship schemes, infrastructure expansion, and large-scale recruitment as key achievements of the AAP government.
Showcasing the Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna as a cornerstone initiative, Mann said the scheme offers up to ₹10 lakh cashless treatment per family without restrictive conditions, positioning it as a more inclusive alternative to Ayushman Bharat. He claimed Punjab is spending significantly higher per capita on healthcare, with ₹2000 crore earmarked for 2026–27.
The Chief Minister said around 900 government and private hospitals have been empanelled under the scheme, with 25 lakh registrations and over 1.6 lakh beneficiaries already treated. The scheme covers over 2,300 medical procedures across major diseases.
Highlighting primary healthcare, Mann said 883 Aam Aadmi Clinics are operational, with 100 more to be launched on March 28. These clinics have recorded over 5 crore OPD visits, offering free medicines and diagnostic tests with a reported 94% patient satisfaction rate.
On human resources, he noted that since 2022, Punjab has recruited 948 general doctors and 627 specialists — the largest hiring in the state’s history — along with nursing and paramedical staff.
Infrastructure upgrades include seven Mother and Child Health Centres under construction, ₹400 crore spent on advanced medical equipment, and 22 critical care blocks being developed. The government also plans to introduce MRI services in all district hospitals by October 2026 and expand CT scan services.
Mann further highlighted initiatives like the Farishte Scheme for accident victims, AI-based cancer screening, and the Punjab STEMI Project for heart attack care, alongside new medical colleges to boost healthcare education.
Addressing criticism, the Chief Minister alleged that misinformation is being spread to discourage people from availing benefits, asserting that the government remains committed to delivering accessible and affordable healthcare to all residents.