Ayushman Vay Vandana Card
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As of December 31, 2025, the scheme authorized 10.33 lakh hospital admissions worth ₹2,154.37 crore for beneficiaries, with 3.93 lakh female admissions (₹820.42 crore) and 6.40 lakh male admissions (₹1,333.94 crore) across states and UTs.
About Ayushman Vay Vandana Card
The Ayushman Vay Vandana Card is a health initiative under Ayushman Bharat (AB-PMJAY) that provides free hospital care up to ₹5 lakh per year for all senior citizens aged 70 and above, regardless of income or social status. It can be used at over 31,000 empaneled hospitals nationwide, including private and government facilities.
Key Highlights of Ayushman Vay Vandana Card
- Launch Date: Expanded on 29 October 2024 under AB-PMJAY.
- Target Group: All senior citizens aged 70+ (no income or caste restrictions).
- Coverage: Free medical treatment up to ₹5 lakh per family per year.
- Hospitals: Valid at 31,466 empaneled hospitals across India.
- Portability: Beneficiaries can avail treatment anywhere in India, not just their home state.
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be 70 years or older.
- Indian citizen with valid ID proof (Aadhaar, voter ID, etc.).
- No need to prove Below Poverty Line (BPL) or socio-economic status.
Documents Required
- Aadhaar Card (mandatory for verification).
- Age proof (if not clear from Aadhaar).
- Address proof (ration card, voter ID, etc.).
- Passport-size photographs.
Benefits
- Cashless treatment at empaneled hospitals.
- Covers major surgeries, hospitalization, medicines, diagnostics.
- Reduces financial burden on elderly citizens.
- Integrated with Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM) for digital health records.
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