Cancer Treatment Costs Rs 10 Lakh, Punjab's Health Scheme To The Rescue
Government scheme — a structured programme with defined beneficiaries, budget allocation, and delivery mechanisms. The primary instrument for delivering welfare and development outcomes.
Summary
The Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana was launched on August 20, 2019, to provide financial protection to 65 percent of the population of Punjab.
Key Facts
Type Scheme
Source NDTV - India
Published Monday, 20 April 2026
Affected Population ~350 million BPL population, 140 million elderly
Key Numbers
PM-JAY: 55 crore beneficiaries
MGNREGA: Rs 86,000 crore annual outlay
NSAP pensions: 3 crore beneficiaries
Health budget: Rs 90,958 crore (2025-26)
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Key Stakeholders
Government Context
NDA III BJP-led NDA
Left Centre Right