Chandigarh, March 20: Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann has asserted that the AAP government has fixed Punjab’s long-neglected healthcare system through massive infrastructure investment and human resource expansion over the last four years. Presenting a detailed report on Friday, the Chief Minister maintained that the government’s intent is visible in the successful implementation of the Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna, which provides ₹10 lakh in cashless treatment for all citizens using simple identification like Aadhaar or voter cards.
During a press conference in Chandigarh, Mann affirmed that the state has moved beyond mere announcements to deliver tangible results, such as the operationalization of 883 Aam Aadmi Clinics. He stated that these clinics have become the backbone of everyday healthcare, offering 107 medicines and 47 tests free of charge. The Chief Minister declared that the massive response from the public, totaling 5 crore visits, is a testament to the trust placed in the new healthcare model.
The Chief Minister also addressed the strengthening of emergency and specialized services. He noted that the ‘Farishte’ scheme and the Road Safety Force (SSF) have already saved over 600 lives by ensuring immediate treatment for accident victims. Additionally, Mann affirmed that the state is expanding critical care capacity, with 22 new blocks under construction and MRI services set to be available in all district hospitals by October 2026. He maintained that these efforts, along with the “Mission Amrit” for heart attack care, are saving thousands of lives across 23 districts.
On the front of medical education, the Chief Minister stated that seven new medical colleges are currently being built to add 600 MBBS seats to the state’s tally. He asserted that those spreading canards about the state’s health schemes do not wish to see a healthy Punjab. Mann concluded that the government has empanelled nearly 900 hospitals and covered over 2,300 medical procedures to ensure that no family is burdened by exorbitant treatment costs.
