1.35 cr beneficiaries to be covered under ESI scheme convergence with Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY
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Updated: Mar 11, 2021 00:00 IST
New Delhi [India], March 10 (ANI): Minister of State for Labour and EmploymentSantosh Kumar Gangwar on Wednesday launched the convergence of the ESI scheme with Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY in 113 districts of four states, on the culmination day of ESIC Special Services Fortnight in the national capital.
According to an official statement by the ministry, the convergence will ensure that 1.35 crore ESI beneficiaries in such districts avail cashless medical services through empanelled hospitals of Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY without any need of a referral.
To avail of medical care, the insured worker or the beneficiary need to carry an ESIC e-pehchan card or Health Passbook and Aadhar Card with them.