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PM Modi lauds Ayushman Bharat rollout in West Bengal, vows top priority for citizens
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🗓 06 Sep 2026, 07:38 AM
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the launch of the Ayushman Bharat health scheme in West Bengal, stating that the welfare of the state's residents remains his top priority.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited West Bengal to witness the rollout of Ayushman Bharat, the flagship health insurance scheme aimed at providing secondary and tertiary care to economically vulnerable families. He addressed a gathering of state officials, health workers and beneficiaries, highlighting the scheme's reach and impact.
The Prime Minister noted that the state government has enrolled millions of families under the scheme and that the recent expansion will further reduce out‑of‑pocket expenses for patients. He urged continued cooperation between central and state authorities to ensure seamless delivery of services.
Modi reaffirmed that the welfare of West Bengal's people is a priority for his administration and promised that the central government will support the state in strengthening health infrastructure and increasing awareness about the scheme.
The Prime Minister noted that the state government has enrolled millions of families under the scheme and that the recent expansion will further reduce out‑of‑pocket expenses for patients. He urged continued cooperation between central and state authorities to ensure seamless delivery of services.
Modi reaffirmed that the welfare of West Bengal's people is a priority for his administration and promised that the central government will support the state in strengthening health infrastructure and increasing awareness about the scheme.