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Delhi Launches Ayushman Vay Vandana Scheme, Offering Seniors Rs 10 Lakh in Free Medical Care

The BJP-led Delhi government begins phased rollout of health cards for residents aged 70 and above, fulfilling a key election promise.

Delhi chief minister Rekha Gupta (left), Union minister Hardeep Singh Puri (centre) and Delhi minister Parvesh Verma (right background) on Monday. (Vipin Kumar/HT photo)
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Overview

  • Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta officially launched the Ayushman Vay Vandana Scheme at Thyagaraj Stadium on April 28, 2025.
  • The scheme provides up to Rs 10 lakh in annual cashless medical treatment for residents aged 70 and above, combining Rs 5 lakh from the central Ayushman Bharat PMJAY and an additional Rs 5 lakh from the Delhi government.
  • Eligibility requires individuals to be Delhi residents aged 70 or older and hold an Aadhaar card, with health card distribution now underway.
  • The phased rollout aims to cover six lakh senior citizens, granting access to empanelled hospitals in Delhi and across India.
  • The initiative fulfills a BJP manifesto promise and marks the integration of central and state health policies to benefit Delhi's elderly population.