Gujarat leads PMJAY rollout, Vadodara woman gets new lease of life
Dec 19, 2025
As India observes Good Governance Week, marking the 100th birth anniversary of former PM Atal Bihari Vajpayee, people-centric schemes like PMJAY continue transforming lives. Kavita Khiyani, a 61-year-old widow from Vadodara, Gujarat, survived a critical heart condition without spending a rupee, thanks to Ayushman Bharat PMJAY–Mukhyamantri Amrutam. Diagnosed with a rare cardiac ailment requiring costly surgery, Kavita became eligible for treatment through swift formalities and an empanelled Ahmedabad hospital. Gujarat’s healthcare impact is evident: 1.20+ crore families covered, ₹10 lakh coverage per family, 2,090+ empanelled hospitals, and the highest claim settlement rate nationally. Kavita’s story exemplifies Atal Leadership, continuous development, and the transformative power of people-centric welfare schemes.
