Hoshiarpur: Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann today dedicated 154 new Aam Aadmi Clinics to the public, taking the total number of clinics in the state to 1,244. The Chief Minister stressed that his government's priority is to provide quality health care, education and employment rather than playing politics of slogans.
Inauguration of 154 new Aam Aadmi clinics, emphasis on welfare schemes
Addressing a huge gathering in Harkhowal village of Chabbewal, he said that more than 6.48 crore OPDs were done in clinics. And mentioned a health scheme of up to Rs 10 lakh for 54.20 lakh families. He cautioned people that the change in government could jeopardize other welfare initiatives including free bus travel and hospitality schemes for women.
1,244 Aam Aadmi Clinics, more than 6.5 crore OPDs in Punjab
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Free medicines and 47 types of test facilities in 154 new clinics
Addressing the gathering, Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann said, “Today we have dedicated 154 more Aam Aadmi Clinics to the people of Punjab, taking the total number of these clinics to 1,244. Of the newly dedicated clinics, 36 are in Amritsar, 26 in Patiala, 17 in Ludhiana, 12 in Gurdaspur, 11 in Jalandhar and 10 in Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar. Apart from this, clinics have been set up in other districts also. These clinics provide 107 medicines and 47 types of diagnostic tests absolutely free so that people can get the necessary health services without any financial difficulty.
Public trust increased on Aam Aadmi Clinics, one lakh patients daily
Referring to the growing support of the people towards the initiative, the Chief Minister said, “The 1,090 Aam Aadmi Clinics already functioning in Punjab have boosted people's confidence in the government health institutions. Nearly one lakh people come to these clinics for treatment every day and a total of 6.48 crore OPDs have been registered so far. This is a symbol of the huge trust people have reposed in these facilities.”
1.98 Ten million patients Of Treatment, 3.63 Ten million free Test
He further said, “Of the patients visiting these clinics, 1.98 crore patients were suffering from specific diseases, while 3.63 crore diagnostic tests have been conducted free of cost. These facilities are providing huge financial relief to families by ensuring medical advice, medicines and testing services at no extra cost.”
Health cards to 54.20 lakh families under Chief Minister Health Scheme
Talking about the health scheme, Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann said, “Our government has started the Mukhyamantri Sehat Yojana so that people do not have to compromise on their health due to lack of money. Till now, health cards have been issued to 54.20 lakh families and every family covered under this scheme is entitled for free treatment up to Rs 10 lakh. Till now, 8.02 lakh beneficiaries have got treatment under this scheme, which proves to be a boon for the common people. Has been.”
5,388 youth got government jobs in health department
Highlighting the government's efforts to strengthen health services through recruitment in the health department, he said, “Our government has given jobs to 5,388 youth in the health department. To strengthen health institutions and improve the delivery of health services to the people, we have made the largest ever recruitment of doctors and para-medical staff.”
Government's emphasis on ensuring free and accessible health services
The Chief Minister reiterated that the expansion of Aam Aadmi Clinics, free medicines and lab tests and the Chief Minister Health Scheme are part of the state's broader commitment towards ensuring accessible and affordable health care to the people of Punjab.
Presence of cabinet ministers and public representatives in the program
On this occasion, Cabinet Minister Dr. Balbir Singh, MP Raj Kumar Chabbewal, MLA Ishan Chabbewal and other dignitaries were also present.
Expansion of Aam Aadmi Clinics
With the inauguration of 154 new clinics by the Punjab Government under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, a strong network of 1244 Aam Aadmi Clinics has been established in the state. The government says the initiative aims to make primary health care easily available close to people's homes, especially for families facing financial constraints.
Free medicines and testing services
Under this initiative, Aam Admi Clinics provide 107 medicines and 47 types of diagnostic tests free of cost. According to the data given by the government, there are 6.48 crore OPDs in the existing 1,090 clinics. has been recorded, which covers 1.98 crore patients, while 4.01 crore diagnostic tests have been conducted free of cost.
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The Punjab government has also launched the Mukhyamantri Sehat Yojana, which provides cashless treatment up to Rs 10 lakh to eligible families. According to the data, health cards are being issued to 54.20 lakh families, while 7.51 lakh beneficiaries have already got treatment under the scheme.
Strengthening recruitment and health services
During the last four and a half years, the government has provided 5,388 jobs in the health department. The recruitment from 2022 till now includes 1,458 medical officers, 271 specialist doctors, 1,079 nurses and 1,352 multipurpose health workers. These appointments are part of the government's efforts to increase health staff and improve staff conditions in government health institutions.