Bhagwant Mann: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, on January 22, 2026, launched the ambitious Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna in Mohali, alongside AAP national convener Arvind Kejriwal. The scheme promises cashless health insurance coverage of up to ₹10 lakh per family annually, covering all 65 lakh families — nearly three crore residents — without any income, age or family size restrictions.
Universal Coverage Without Eligibility Barriers
The state government said the scheme makes Punjab the first state in India to offer such comprehensive universal health coverage. Unlike previous insurance programmes, the new initiative does not impose income caps or beneficiary limits. Every household in the state qualifies.
Officials confirmed that the scheme doubles the earlier ₹5 lakh coverage under the revamped Mukh Mantri Sarbat Sehat Bima Yojna. The Punjab Cabinet had approved the proposal in July 2025, with ₹778 crore allocated in the 2025–26 budget.
Over 2,500 Procedures Across 850+ Hospitals
Under the scheme, beneficiaries can avail treatment for more than 2,500 medical procedures. These include services in cardiology, oncology, neurology, orthopaedics and critical care.
The treatment will be available at over 850 empanelled government and private hospitals across Punjab. The cashless facility ensures that families do not face financial distress during medical emergencies.
Easy Registration and Card Distribution
To enrol, residents must present valid identification such as Aadhaar, voter ID or passport. The government has set up facilitation centres, Common Service Centres (CSCs), online portals and even door-to-door outreach through youth clubs to ensure swift registration.
Registration began immediately after the launch, and the government expects full coverage within months.
Political Promise and Social Message
Addressing the gathering, Mann said the scheme reflects Punjab’s commitment to accessible healthcare, drawing inspiration from Sikh teachings of service and equality. The rollout also fulfils a key election promise made by the Aam Aadmi Party.
