Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The real measure of a healthcare scheme is not just the amount spent or the number of cases processed, it is whether people are able to get treatment when they need it most. Bhagwant Mann Government’s Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana (MMSY) has now reached a significant milestone, with 2,91,417 beneficiaries receiving treatment support since 8 January 2026.
As per recent data from the State Health Agency (SHA), Punjab, Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana has provided healthcare services worth around ₹1,044 crore through cashless treatment facilities. Behind these numbers are families who were able to focus on recovery instead of worrying about arranging money during medical emergencies. Speaking on the achievement, Health and Family Welfare Minister Dr Balbir Singh said, “A healthcare scheme is successful only when it reaches people at the time they need it. Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana is not just about numbers; it is about making sure that a patient does not have to choose between treatment and financial burden. Every beneficiary represents a family that received support during a difficult time.”
The Health Minister further said, “We know that healthcare needs are constantly changing, and our responsibility is to keep improving the system. Through Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana, we are working to make cashless treatment more accessible, strengthen healthcare delivery, and ensure that every eligible citizen gets the benefit of this initiative.”
Many beneficiaries have expressed their happiness and satisfaction over Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana. For Sureshpal Kaur, Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana became a support system during a difficult pregnancy. “During my pregnancy, I faced health complications because of high blood pressure and needed a C-section delivery, that’s when the Sehat card came to rescue. After birth, my baby required special neonatal care, which was also provided under the Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana package. The scheme supported us at a difficult time and gave my baby the care needed for a healthy start,” said Sureshpal Kaur.
For Rupinder Kaur from Sunam, years of knee pain had made everyday activities difficult. “I was suffering from severe knee pain and the thought of surgery was difficult because of the expenses involved. Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana helped me get my knee replacement surgery free of cost. The treatment has helped me return to a better quality of life,” said Rupinder Kaur.
Furthermore, a beneficiary Bir Singh from Tarn Taran received timely cardiac care under Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana after being diagnosed with a heart condition. He underwent PTCA (Percutaneous Transluminal Coronary Angioplasty) along with angiography.
“Doctors said heart treatment cannot always wait, and the expenses can be stressful for families. Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana helped me receive the treatment I needed at the right time,” said Bir Singh.
The impact of Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana is visible across Punjab, with beneficiaries from every district receiving treatment support. As per district-wise data from State Health Agency (SHA) Punjab, a total of 2,91,417 people have benefitted from the scheme. Patiala leads the state with 27,892 beneficiaries, followed by Bathinda with 22,584 and Ludhiana with 21,729 beneficiaries. The numbers show that the demand for accessible healthcare support is not limited to one region but is spread across Punjab.
The scheme has also reached a large number of beneficiaries in Jalandhar (19,312), Hoshiarpur (19,075), Amritsar (16,550), Sangrur (16,549), Sri Muktsar Sahib (14,800), Firozepur (13,344), and Gurdaspur (12,037). The district-wise beneficiary count further includes Moga (11,669), Fazilka (11,516), Mansa (10,539), Faridkot (10,309), Barnala (8,773) Tarn Taran (8,714), Rupnagar (8,574), S.A.S Nagar (8,085), Fatehgarh Sahib (7,933), Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar (6,999), Kapurthala (5,928), Pathankot (5,844), and Malerkotla (2,472). This wide coverage shows that Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana is not only reaching major cities but also extending healthcare support to families across districts, including smaller towns and rural areas.
The growing reach of Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana reflects a simple but important change in healthcare delivery, people are getting treatment without having to first worry about how they will pay for it. As the scheme continues to expand, its focus remains clear: making quality healthcare available, accessible, and affordable for the people of Punjab.
