Ayushman Bharat health insurance: The government has given the green light for health insurance to be provided for all individuals aged 70 and above, regardless of their income, as part of the flagship initiative known as Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB PM-JAY). This information was conveyed through a Press Information Bureau press release dated September 12, 2024.
Ayushman Bharat: Who are already covered under the scheme
The senior citizens of the age 70 years and above belonging to families already covered under AB PM-JAY will get an additional top-up cover upto Rs 5 lakh per year for themselves (which they do not have to share with the other members of the family who are below the age of 70 years).
All other senior citizens of the age 70 years and above will get a cover upto Rs 5 lakh per year on a family basis.