Uttar Pradesh Becomes First State to Issue Five Crore Ayushman Cards.

State News | Dated: 07 Mar 2026

The Uttar Pradesh government achieved a historic public health milestone by becoming the first state in India to issue five crore Ayushman cards under the Ayushman Bharat scheme. This ensures free medical treatment access to millions of marginalized families.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • The scheme provides health coverage of Rs 5 lakh per family per year.
  • Special camps were set up across rural areas to accelerate card distribution.
  • The state also leads in the number of empaneled hospitals under the scheme.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • Scheme: Ayushman Bharat.
  • State: Uttar Pradesh.
  • Milestone: 5 Crore Cards.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

Which Indian state recently achieved the milestone of being the first to issue five crore Ayushman cards to its citizens?

Correct Answer: Uttar Pradesh

🚀 Quick Recap:

About Ayushman Bharat

  • Launch Year - 2018
  • Coverage - Rs 5 Lakh/Year