The Delhi government launched the Ayushman Vay Vandana scheme on April 28, 2025. It offers free health coverage of Rs 10 lakh to citizens aged 70 and above. The scheme ensures access to quality healthcare, annual check-ups, and secure digital health records for seniors.

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• Scheme launched by Delhi CM Rekha Gupta and Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri
• Free Rs 10 lakh health coverage for Delhi residents aged 70+
• Rs 5 lakh from Centre’s scheme + Rs 5 lakh from Delhi government scheme
• Beneficiaries to get a Vay Vandana Health Card with digital health record
• Card stores medical history, check-up details, emergency service info
• Free preventive, diagnostic, and emergency services included
• All medical tests to be conducted free for cardholders
• First health cards distributed during the official launch event
• Aim to ensure no senior citizen denied quality healthcare
• Scheme promotes dignity, health security, and well-being for elderly