Chandigarh (Punjab) [India], July 8 (ANI): The Bhagwant Mann-led Punjab government on Tuesday launched the 'Mukhyamantri Sehat Yojana', a major healthcare initiative that promised free and cashless medical treatment up to Rs 10 lakh per year for every eligible resident of the state.

The scheme was formally launched by Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann and AAP National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal at a public event in Chandigarh.

Addressing the gathering, CM Mann said, 'Today I launched the 'Mukhyamantri Sehat Yojana' with National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal ji in Chandigarh. Under this scheme, people will get free and best treatment up to Rs 10 lakh every year.'

The scheme aimed to benefit around 3 crore people across Punjab, covering permanent residents, including government employees and pensioners.

According to the government, MMSY health cards would be issued to all eligible citizens, and treatment would be available free of cost in both government and private hospitals empanelled under the scheme.

CM Mann further added, ''Mukhyamantri Sehat Yojana' will cover around 3 crore population of Punjab. MMSY health cards will be issued to permanent residents of the state including government employees and pensioners. Free and cashless treatment will be provided in all government and private hospitals through this card.'

Furthermore, highlighting the government's commitment to public welfare, Mann stated, 'It is our responsibility to provide the best facilities in the field of health to Punjab, which we are fulfilling with full dedication and commitment.'

Earlier, Mann, along with AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal, announced the launch of the 'Fast Track Punjab Portal'.

The portal aims to simplify the process of starting new businesses, setting up projects, and expanding industries in the state.

He stressed the need for a business-friendly environment in which industrialists can focus 90 per cent of their time on business growth rather than running around government offices. (ANI)