PM Modi Expands Health Coverage to Citizens Aged 70+

The initiative under Ayushman Bharat aims to provide free hospital treatment to seniors, amid criticism from Delhi and West Bengal governments.

Prime Minister Modi announced the expansion of Ayushman Bharat to cover all citizens aged 70 and above, regardless of income.
Criticism arose from Delhi and West Bengal, which have not implemented the scheme due to political disagreements.
Delhi's health minister labeled Ayushman Bharat a failure, citing financial caps and praising Delhi's unlimited free treatment model.
The new health initiative includes the launch of the U-WIN platform, inspired by the success of Co-WIN during the pandemic.
Modi emphasized the integration of Ayurveda with modern medicine and highlighted the establishment of numerous medical facilities and affordable medicine outlets.