Chief Secretary Sanjay Jaju directs officials to enroll hospitals under PM Rahat scheme
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Why in news
Chief Secretary Sanjay Jaju directed officials to enroll more hospitals under the PM Rahat scheme to bridge the gap between Aarogyasri and PM Rahat network coverage.
Background
The PM Rahat scheme provides up to ₹1.5 lakh for accident victims during the 'golden hour'. Currently, 469 hospitals are enrolled in PM Rahat compared to 1,000 in the Aarogyasri scheme.
Facts for Prelims
- SchemePM Rahat: A scheme providing up to ₹1.5 lakh for accident victims during the golden hour.
- Fact469 hospitals are currently enrolled under the PM Rahat scheme.
- Fact1,000 hospitals are enrolled under the Aarogyasri scheme.
- FactThe PM Rahat scheme has a potential annual provision of ₹100 crore.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of 'golden hour' interventions in emergency healthcare and the role of public-private partnerships in expanding hospital networks for accident victims.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Inter-scheme disparity: Addressing the lower hospital enrollment in PM Rahat compared to Aarogyasri
- Financial sustainability: Balancing the ₹100 crore annual outlay with expanding the network of eligible hospitals
Keywords: Golden Hour · Public Health Infrastructure · Emergency Medical Services · Public-Private Partnership · Healthcare Accessibility
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