The residents of Delhi have been eagerly waiting for the implementation of the Ayushman Bharat scheme, and now, their wait is almost over. With the central and Delhi government moving towards an agreement, the launch of the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY) in Delhi is expected to take place in April. This will bring major healthcare benefits to thousands of people in the capital.
Big Healthcare Boost for Delhi Citizens
Once implemented, eligible citizens will get an additional medical insurance cover of ₹5 lakh, making the total benefit ₹10 lakh per family. Senior citizens will also benefit as the age limit for the Ayushman Vy Vandana card is expected to be reduced from 70 to 60 years. This means more people will have access to quality medical treatment without worrying about expensive hospital bills.
How Many Hospitals in Delhi Accept Ayushman Card?
Currently, 93 hospitals in Delhi accept Ayushman cards, including both government and private hospitals. The list is likely to expand once the scheme is fully launched. Here’s the current breakdown:
- Government Hospitals – 11
- Private Hospitals – 82
Across India, more than 31,846 hospitals are connected to the Ayushman Bharat scheme, with 17,434 government hospitals and 14,412 private hospitals providing treatment under the program.
Which Areas in Delhi Have the Most Ayushman Hospitals?
Different districts in Delhi have a varying number of hospitals under the Ayushman Bharat scheme. At present, New Delhi has the highest number of hospitals on the panel, while South East Delhi has the least.
| District | Number of Hospitals |
| New Delhi | 24 |
| South West | 14 |
| North West | 13 |
| South | 12 |
| West | 11 |
| Central | 07 |
| East | 05 |
| North | 05 |
| South East | 02 |
With the scheme expanding, more hospitals are expected to be added to the panel in the coming months.
How to Find an Ayushman Hospital Near You?
If you want to locate a hospital near you that accepts the Ayushman card, you can do it online in a few simple steps:
- Visit the official PM-JAY website.
- Look for the ‘Find Hospital’ option.
- Click on it and enter your location.
- A list of nearby hospitals under the Ayushman Bharat scheme will appear.
This makes it easy for beneficiaries to locate healthcare services without any hassle.
Which State Has the Most Ayushman Bharat Hospitals?
While Delhi is now joining the scheme, several states already have a large number of hospitals under the Ayushman Bharat program. Uttar Pradesh leads with 5,881 hospitals, followed by Karnataka with 3,911 and Gujarat with 2,654. On the other hand, smaller states and union territories like Lakshadweep, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Ladakh, Odisha, Goa, and Sikkim have the lowest number of hospitals under the scheme.
What This Means for Delhi Residents
The launch of Ayushman Bharat in Delhi is a significant step towards making quality healthcare accessible to all. With more hospitals likely to be added to the panel and an increased insurance cover of ₹10 lakh, citizens can now avail free treatment in some of the best hospitals in the city without worrying about medical expenses. The government’s move to extend this scheme will provide financial relief and better healthcare facilities to thousands of families across the national capital.
