April 30- Ayushman Bharat Diwas

Current Context: Ayushman Bharat Diwas is celebrated every year on April 30. Also referred to as Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PM-JAY) Divas, the day is observed to raise awareness about the scheme and its benefits.

• The Ayushman Bharat Yojana, announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in 2018, has two main pillars:
• Ayushman Bharat Health and Wellness Centres (AB-HWCs): These centres aim to bring primary healthcare services closer to people’s homes, offering preventive, promotive, and curative care.
• Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PM-JAY): This is a health insurance scheme that provides cashless and affordable medical cover of up to Rs. 5 lakh per year to economically disadvantaged families.
• The objective of the Ayushman Bharat Yojana is to transform India’s healthcare landscape by making quality medical care more accessible to millions of citizens.
• The scheme aligns with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the United Nations, particularly the goal of achieving universal health coverage.
• On Ayushman Bharat Diwas, the government aims to educate people about the goals of the Ayushman Bharat Yojana and its benefits, such as financial protection to over 10 crore poor and vulnerable families in India, and the provision of medical services up to Rs 5 lakh per year in government hospitals across the country.

Question:

Q.1 When is Ayushman Bharat Diwas celebrated every year?
a. April 30
b. May 30
c. March 30
d. June 30