Mizoram CM Lalduhoma Launches Universal Healthcare Scheme

AIZAWL: Chief Minister Lalduhoma on Wednesday, March 19, launched the Mizoram Universal Healthcare Scheme, which will be effective from April this year, at the Assembly Annexe Conference Hall.

In his inaugural speech, the chief minister stated that the Mizoram Universal Healthcare Scheme aims to replace the previous healthcare schemes to ensure that empanelled hospitals no longer face difficulties and to provide comprehensive coverage and protection. The scheme was introduced following a thorough evaluation of the state’s progress over the past five years.

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) loan initially funded the scheme's planning, and the process is still in progress. Since the scheme is set to commence in April, the government plans to allocate Rs. 14.50 crore this month to settle outstanding healthcare bills.

The scheme will be implemented online and in a paperless manner, ensuring efficiency. Additionally, the scheme will operate on a cashless system, thereby eliminating the need for individuals to make out-of-pocket payments.

The scheme covers all government employees, civil pensioners, the general public, and all those possessing Golden Cards under the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB PM-JAY).

The annual registration fee for a family is Rs. 2,500, and citizens can enroll in the scheme during the scheduled period. The scheme provides healthcare coverage of up to Rs. 5,00,000.

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