Assam Cabinet Approves ₹200 Crore for Ayushman Assam Health Scheme
Assams Cabinet has allocated ₹200 crore for the Ayushman Assam health scheme, benefiting over 4 million families with enhanced health security.
Guwahati, November 10 (Daily Kiran) : The Assam Cabinet has taken a significant step by approving an allocation of ₹200 crore for the Ayushman Assam health scheme. This decision, made during a cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma in Dispur, aims to strengthen health security in the state and provide ongoing health benefits to over 4 million families.
During a press briefing on Tuesday, Sarma emphasized the government’s commitment to improving healthcare facilities across Assam and enhancing financial security for families. The funding for Ayushman Assam is expected to continue providing health benefits under the state’s health security framework, making healthcare services more accessible to a larger segment of the population.
In another noteworthy decision, the Cabinet increased the one-time ex-gratia payment for families of employees who die while serving in the Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan from ₹5 lakh to ₹7.5 lakh. This financial support aims to provide better assistance to grieving families during difficult times.
Additionally, the Cabinet approved the merger of the Krishna Kanta Handiqui Government Sanskrit College in Guwahati with the Kumar Bharmar Sanskrit and Ancient Studies University in Nalbari. This initiative seeks to strengthen Sanskrit education, promote traditional knowledge, and expand academic opportunities for students.
These decisions come at a time when the Sarma-led government is focused on welfare schemes and reforms in the education and health sectors. The Chief Minister stated that these Cabinet decisions reflect the government’s commitment to enhancing public services and supporting various segments of society.
The allocation for Ayushman Assam is particularly crucial, as it is expected to benefit over 4 million families, providing them with a robust health security framework. Meanwhile, the increased ex-gratia payment offers an additional financial safety net for the families of Samagra Shiksha employees in the event of untimely death.
