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NDTV
4 days ago
- Health
- NDTV
Delhi To Get Major EV Boost, 4,000 Electric Buses to Hit Roads
Delhi Transport and Health Minister Pankaj Kumar Singh on Friday promised to induct 4000-plus electric buses in the city by the year-end and promised to unveil a Yoga-based plan to manage diabetes in the coming months. "Pollution is a focus area for our government, and all departments are jointly taking steps to tackle it. At the transport department, we are determined to replace the ageing CNG buses with electric vehicles," he told IANS on completing 100 days in office. Also Read: "The introduction of EV buses is likely to offer a big relief to the public in terms of pollution and connectivity, even in congested areas," he said. He highlighted the implementation of health schemes like Pradhan Mantri Vaya Vandana Yojana (PMVVY) for the elderly, Ayushman Mandir, Ayushman Card, and check on irregularities in drug supply as some of the achievements of the health department in the first 100 days of the government. "The Ayushman scheme, whose benefits should have reached people long ago, was blocked by Arvind Kejriwal's government. We have supplied cards and enrolled beneficiaries through door-to-door drives," he said, adding that about 2.31 lakh beneficiaries have been issued health cards under the two schemes. The Minister hit out at the previous Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government for indulging in publicity rather than serving the people on the ground. "We could not find anything positive in the functioning of the previous government. There are scams in almost everything related to drinking water, road, pollution, Yamuna-cleaning, transportation, hospital drug supply," he said, adding that, under the previous government, just five medical superintendents were running the affairs of all major hospitals in the city. Hitting out at the AAP government and its legislators, he said, "They did not perform and indulged only in the blame game. We are focused on delivering on the promises that we made." Describing diabetes as a common ailment affecting people, he said, "We are working on a new plan named 'Diabetes-plus with yoga'. Very soon, we will share information with the public," he said, adding that the health department is focusing on the smooth functioning of free dialysis centres. (Except for the headline, this story has not been edited by NDTV staff and is published from a syndicated feed.)
India Gazette
18-05-2025
- Health
- India Gazette
Delhi Minister Ashish Sood distributes Rs 10 lakh Ayushman Bharat Cards to senior citizens
New Delhi [India], May 18 (ANI): In a major health initiative under the Pradhan Mantri Vay Vandana Yojana, Delhi Minister Ashish Sood distributed Ayushman Bharat cards to senior citizens aged 70 and above in Janakpuri, West Delhi. The Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana cards, which offer cashless treatment up to Rs 10 lakh, were distributed to the public in A3 Block, Janakpuri during a public event aimed at reaching eligible elderly citizens. Speaking to ANI at the event, Ashish Sood said, 'Chief Minister Rekha Gupta started the distribution of Ayushman Bharat cards... We are ensuring that the beneficiaries get Ayushman Bharat cards so that they can avail its benefits...' He added, 'The Chief Minister started the distribution of Ayushman card in Delhi under the guidance of the Prime Minister. So far, we have prepared cards for thousands of people... we are providing the benefits of card facility along with the list of hospitals, so that they can benefit from it by visiting those hospitals.' He urged the public to spread awareness about the card's benefits, especially for the elderly. 'Make them aware that they should go to their elders and their children in any other state where they can benefit from these hospitals as well,' he said. At the Janakpuri event, he emphasised how user-friendly the card is for citizens. 'The card can be used anywhere,... in case of illness,' he explained. Ashish Sood highlighted the scale and vision behind the program, stating, 'You have seen a lot of elderly people above seventy years old. Ah, a free card of one million rupees has been distributed to the elderly.' The Ayushman Bharat Yojana, launched by the Government of India, has continued to expand its reach in Delhi. This initiative will provide health security to every citizen. Ayushman Card will provide better health services to the people of delhi. (ANI)
Hans India
11-05-2025
- Health
- Hans India
Ayushman Bharat turns lifesaver, Uttarakhand woman shares her story of treatment
Ayushman Bharat Yojana is proving to be a lifesaver for many, particularly those belonging to poor families. While lakhs of people from across the country benefit from the scheme, an elderly woman named Rasila from Mehuwala Mafi in Dehradun shared her story of recuperation, with help from government assistance. She is a heart patient and had her heart operated some time back. Beneficiary Rasila's daughter-in-law informed that she also got her son treated using the Ayushman card. The beneficiary's daughter-in-law, Sajida, said, 'My mother-in-law was very ill. She did not know that she had a heart problem. She has taken advantage of the Ayushman Card scheme. After reaching the hospital, it was found that she had a heart problem. Initially, two to three lakh rupees were needed.' She further said that they came to know that patients get benefits using the Ayushman card. 'After getting the Ayushman card made, we contacted the hospital and after this treatment of the mother-in-law became possible. Through this card, we have got free treatment up to Rs. 1.5 lakh,' she said. She further stated that poor people do not have enough money to get treatment for serious diseases. Every poor person should take advantage of this; with this card, one can get treatment up to Rs. 5 lakhs. Sajida also said that if they didn't get the benefit of this scheme, they wouldn't have been able to get treatment. 'We have benefited a lot from the Ayushman card. I thank Modi ji for making this scheme for the poor of the country,' she said. 'My mother-in-law's life was saved only because of this card,' she said. She also said that her son had kidney stones and was treated only because of this card. The beneficiary Rasila said that her heart treatment was made possible only due to the Ayushman card.
Time of India
01-05-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Delhi government announces free health checkups, rest hours and nutritious meals among welfare measures for workers
New Delhi: Delhi govt on Thursday announced it will conduct free annual health check-up of labourers and their family members, fix peak afternoon hours as rest time for workers, and provide them nutritious meals through 100 Atal Canteens. Addressing a programme to felicitate workers on International Labour Day, chief minister Rekha Gupta said, "Considering the heat, arrangements will be made to ensure that labourers are not forced to work between 12 noon and 3 pm when the day is intensely warm. An official advisory has already been issued in this regard, and a notification will be brought soon." "Our labourers often work in difficult and risky environments, leading to serious illnesses. Govt will now take full responsibility for their health," CM said. Gupta said labourers often live alone in Delhi, away from their families, and arranging food and accommodation is a challenge for them. "Therefore, Delhi govt has decided to establish 100 Atal Canteens across the city, where the poor will receive nutritious meals for just Rs 5," she said. Gupta said BJP govt is committed to improving the lives of people who come to Delhi for livelihood and better health and education. She highlighted various initiatives undertaken by Delhi govt in the past two months after coming to power. Schemes such as Ayushman Bharat for health insurance and Vay Vandana Yojana for the elderly have been implemented, she said. Through the Ayushman Card, labourers will have access to free treatment in any govt or private hospital across India, CM said. Gupta said until now, there was no dedicated system in Delhi for the welfare of labourers, gig workers, domestic helpers, and taxi and auto drivers. "But now, separate welfare boards will be formed for all these groups: the Labourers Welfare Board, Gig Labourers Board, Domestic Helpers Board and Taxi-Auto Drivers Welfare Board." She also noted that while women from well-off families can afford to place their children in crèches or play schools, poor women often lack such options. "If they stay home to care for their children, they lose their source of income. To address this issue, Delhi govt has decided to establish 500 Palna Kendras. These centres will provide childcare by trained nurses, anganwadi labourers, and other female staff." The initiative, Gupta said, will not only empower mothers, but also ensure the safety and care of their children.
