Madhya Pradesh Hospitals Threaten Boycott of Ayushman Bharat from Oct 8

Several private and charitable hospitals across Madhya Pradesh have signaled that they could withdraw from the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PMJAY) starting 8 October. The move, reported by Dainik Jagran, comes as the hospitals assess their participation in the government‑run health insurance scheme. If the boycott proceeds, patients who rely on the scheme for cashless treatment may need to seek care at other participating facilities or bear out‑of‑pocket expenses. Health officials have not yet commented on the hospitals' decision, and the state government is expected to engage with the institutions to address any concerns. The potential disruption underscores ongoing challenges in aligning private healthcare providers with public health initiatives in India.