New Initiative to Cover Ration Card Holders Not Under Ayushman Bharat
Champai Soren announces comprehensive health insurance for ration card holders, promising free medical coverage up to Rs 15 lakh starting next month.
DHANBAD – Jharkhand Chief Minister Champai Soren revealed a new health insurance scheme offering free medical expenses up to Rs 15 lakh for ration card holders during a function in Dhanbad on Wednesday.
In a significant move to bolster healthcare access, Jharkhand Chief Minister Champai Soren has announced a groundbreaking health insurance scheme set to launch next month.
The initiative promises free medical coverage up to Rs 15 lakh for ration card holders who are not currently benefiting from the Central government’s Ayushman Bharat scheme.
During a function in Dhanbad, CM Soren inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for 333 schemes worth approximately Rs 313 crore 96 lakhs.
Additionally, he distributed assets valued at about Rs 69 crore 73 lakhs among 23,540 beneficiaries.
Development Initiatives
The Chief Minister outlined a series of initiatives aimed at accelerating Jharkhand’s development across various sectors.
Plans include providing 40,000 government jobs within the next three months.
A campaign to secure jobs for local youth in private companies is also in the works.
Financial assistance under the Chief Minister Employment Creation Scheme will support those interested in self-employment.
Education and Welfare Measures
The government is committed to establishing model schools in blocks to provide quality education.
An upcoming policy will address the welfare of displaced communities, a persistent challenge in the state.
Agricultural support includes loan waivers up to Rs 2 lakh for farmers.
Underprivileged residents in remote areas will benefit from 200 units of free electricity.
Women aged 25-50 years will receive financial assistance as part of women’s empowerment initiatives.
Addressing Displacement Challenges
Soren acknowledged the ongoing challenge of displacement in Jharkhand, particularly affecting tribal communities.
He committed to formulating a policy for the welfare and interests of displaced people, ensuring they receive their rightful benefits.
"Our government will soon formulate a policy for the welfare and interest of the displaced people so that they can get their rights," Soren stated.
Commitment to Inclusive Development
The Chief Minister emphasized the government’s commitment to inclusive development.
"There is no such family in the state where any scheme of the government has not reached. Pension and ration are reaching every family," he affirmed.
As Jharkhand moves forward with these ambitious plans, the new health insurance scheme stands out as a major step towards comprehensive healthcare coverage for the state’s residents.
