Odisha Joins Ayushman Bharat-PMJAY Scheme, Signs MoU with Centre

Odisha has partnered with the central government to implement the Ayushman Bharat-Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY). The state government signed a MoU (Memorandum of Understanding) with the National Health Authority (NHA) to integrate this scheme with Odisha’s existing Gopabandhu Jan Arogya Yojana (GJAY).

Comprehensive Health Benefits

Under this initiative, families in Odisha will receive healthcare coverage of ₹5 lakh annually, with an additional ₹5 lakh specifically for women. The merged schemes aim to provide quality healthcare to approximately 10.3 million families in Odisha, covering around 45 million individuals.

Increased Access to Hospitals

Previously, under GJAY, Odisha residents accessed treatment at 900 empanelled hospitals. With the inclusion of PMJAY, they can now benefit from cashless treatments at over 29,000 empanelled hospitals nationwide, including government and private institutions.

Beneficiaries of the Scheme

The program will also cover families of accredited social health activists (ASHA) and Anganwadi workers in Odisha. Eligibility is based on deprivation and occupational criteria outlined in the 2011 Socio-Economic Caste Census (SECC).

Roles in Implementation

The NHA will handle operational guidelines, technical support, and capacity building, while Odisha’s State Health Assurance Society (SHAS) will manage card printing, distribution, and hospital empanelment. The funding for the scheme will follow the 60:40 cost-sharing model between the Centre and the state.

National Expansion Efforts

Odisha is the 34th state/union territory to join the AB-PMJAY scheme. Only West Bengal and Delhi have yet to adopt the initiative, though efforts are ongoing to include them.

Key Impact

This collaboration is expected to significantly enhance healthcare access for Odisha’s population, providing cashless, quality treatment to millions with a single health card.

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