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Gandhinagar, May 30, 2025 — In a significant move to bolster healthcare access for government personnel, the Gujarat government has officially launched the ‘Gujarat Karmayogi Swasthya Suraksha Yojana’. This ambitious initiative aims to provide comprehensive, cashless medical coverage of up to Rs 10 lakh per family for All India Services (AIS) officers, state government officers, employees, and pensioners.
Key Features of the Scheme
Under the new scheme, eligible beneficiaries will be able to avail themselves of cashless medical treatment using a special “G” category card issued under the Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PMJAY). The State Health Agency (SHA) is responsible for distributing these cards and overseeing the scheme’s implementation.
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Coverage: Up to Rs 10 lakh per family for cashless treatment.
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Eligibility: AIS officers, state government officers, employees, and pensioners.
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Enrollment: Beneficiaries must possess the PMJAY “G” category card, issued by the SHA.
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Family Definition:
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For state government employees and pensioners, the family definition follows the Gujarat State Services (Medical Treatment) Rules, 2015.
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For AIS officers and pensioners, it follows the AIS (Medical Attendance) Rules, 1954.
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Enrollment Process
To enroll, eligible personnel must submit a certificate listing dependent family members, issued by the head of their current office. Pensioners must obtain this certificate from the relevant district treasury or pension payment office. Additionally, Aadhaar numbers for all family members are required to complete the e-KYC process, ensuring proper verification and seamless access to healthcare services.
The scheme also includes provisions for fixed-pay employees. In cases where an employee’s service is terminated, or they resign, the SHA will promptly update the beneficiary database to remove ineligible individuals and their family members.
Government’s Commitment
This initiative reflects the Gujarat government’s commitment to the welfare of its workforce and retirees, aiming to reduce the financial burden of medical expenses and provide peace of mind to thousands of families across the state.
Disclaimer:
This news article is based on information available from India Tribune as of May 29, 2025. Readers are advised to consult official government sources or the State Health Agency for the most current details, eligibility criteria, and enrollment procedures related to the Gujarat Karmayogi Swasthya Suraksha Yojana.
