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Punjab Starts Pilot Registration for Universal Rs 10 Lakh Health Cover in Two Districts

Camps issue CM Health Cards using simple ID checks ahead of a phased statewide rollout.

Overview

  • Registration begins September 23 in Tarn Taran and Barnala as a pilot expected to run about 8–12 days.
  • Around 128 enrollment camps are operating in each district to sign up residents for the CM Health Card.
  • The Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna offers cashless treatment up to Rs 10 lakh per family at government and empanelled private hospitals.
  • Officials say the programme targets roughly 65 lakh families and includes about 2,000 procedures and surgeries.
  • Applicants can register using Aadhaar or voter ID at camps, Seva Kendras or CSCs, with online options also reported.