Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu has announced the launch of a new health insurance scheme, offering coverage of up to ₹10 lakh, aimed at ensuring quality healthcare access for economically weaker families across the state.
The scheme, which is set to make Himachal Pradesh the first state in the country to offer such comprehensive coverage at a nominal premium, will benefit nearly 10 lakh families from various sections of society. According to Mr. Sukhu, poor families will receive health insurance coverage of up to ₹10 lakh at a highly affordable premium.
The Chief Minister revealed that leading multi-speciality and tertiary care hospitals will also be empanelled under the scheme to ensure that these families are not deprived of advanced medical treatment due to economic constraints. The policy has been designed to provide equitable access to quality healthcare for every eligible citizen.
Mr. Sukhu stated that the State government has been consistently introducing innovative initiatives to strengthen the healthcare sector. Hospitals and medical education institutions are being modernised, while medical diagnostic services are being upgraded through automation across the state. This initiative will enable patients to avail timely, efficient, and hassle-free diagnostic services, besides ensuring greater convenience and saving valuable time.
The State government is also strengthening healthcare infrastructure in district hospitals and all government medical colleges to ensure that people receive quality medical treatment closer to their homes. The Chief Minister reiterated the government’s commitment to developing world-class healthcare facilities within Himachal Pradesh, so that people do not have to travel outside the state for advanced medical treatment.
