Govt to launch 81 more Ayushman Arogya Mandir, says Pankaj Singh
Delhi Health Minister Pankaj Singh said on Tuesday that the Rekha Gupta government will open 81 new Ayushman Arogya Mandirs under the fifth phase of expansion of the flagship scheme to meet the health needs of the people.
The minister said that over 6.9 lakh Ayushman health cards have been issued so far and 189 hospitals are empanelled for free healthcare access to the people of Delhi.
“With the addition of 81 more health centres, Delhi is steadily progressing toward the establishment of over 1100 Ayushman Arogya Mandirs, as envisioned under the capital's long-term primary healthcare roadmap,” Singh said in a statement.
Currently, 238 Ayushman Arogya Mandirs are operational, and the number will go up to 319 with the inauguration of 81 more on Wednesday, he said.
Each Ayushman Arogya Mandir will offer free doctor consultations, essential medicines, and diagnostic tests, along with screening for diabetes, hypertension, cancer, maternal and child healthcare, and immunisation support, the statement said.
Facilities for lifestyle counselling, mental health services and preventive health programmes such as yoga and nutrition guidance are also provided at these health centres.
Ayushman Arogya Mandir are transforming the way primary healthcare reaches people. These centres ensure that treatment, medicines, and tests are available completely free and within walking distance. This is not just about treating illness; it is about giving every family a dependable healthcare system closer to home,” Singh said.
