NationalWednesday, 25 February 2026·The Hindu
President Murmu launches health campaign in Mumbai; Ayushman Bharat covers about 12 crore families
President Droupadi Murmu inaugurated a nationwide health campaign in Mumbai on 24 February 2026.
Key highlights
Direct fact
On 24 February 2026 at Lok Bhavan, Mumbai, President Droupadi Murmu inaugurated PD Hinduja Hospital’s nationwide campaign “Saving Lives and Building a Healthier Bharat”.
Key specifics
- More than 180,000 Ayushman Arogya Mandirs are providing primary healthcare nationwide.
- Ayushman Bharat covers about 12 crore families with up to ₹5 lakh per family per year for hospitalisation.
- National missions mentioned include Mission Indradhanush, TB-Free India Campaign and the Sickle Cell Anemia Eradication Mission.
- The government has expanded MBBS and postgraduate seats and established new AIIMS and medical colleges.
- The campaign stresses emergency care, the golden hour principle and multi-stakeholder participation.
Exam lens
Health governance and welfare schemes, Ayushman Bharat, 12 crore families, ₹5 lakh cover, 180,000+ Ayushman Arogya Mandirs — TNPSC may ask the scheme name and coverage figures.