Malerkotla: In a heartwarming case from Burj Baghel village in Malerkotla district, a ₹10 lakh health card issued under the Chief Minister Health Scheme has proved to be a major relief for a family whose twin daughters were suffering from pneumonia.
According to information shared by Punjab Health Minister Balbir Singh on social media platform X, the treatment of the twin girls has been provided completely free of cost under the government’s health initiative.
Free Treatment Under Chief Minister Health Scheme
The case highlights the impact of the Chief Minister Health Scheme, under which eligible families receive financial support of up to ₹10 lakh for medical treatment. In this instance, the scheme ensured that both children received timely and quality healthcare without any financial burden on their family.
Officials noted that the Chief Minister Health Scheme is designed to provide accessible healthcare to economically weaker sections and ensure that no individual is deprived of treatment due to financial constraints.
ਜ਼ਿਲ੍ਹਾ ਮਲੇਰਕੋਟਲਾ ਦੇ ਪਿੰਡ ਬੁਰਜ ਬਘੇਲ ਦੀਆਂ ਨਿਮੋਨੀਆ ਬਿਮਾਰੀ ਦੇ ਨਾਲ ਨਾਲ ਪੀੜਤ ਜੁੜਵਾ ਬੱਚੀਆਂ ਲਈ ਮੁੱਖ ਮੰਤਰੀ ਸਿਹਤ ਯੋਜਨਾ ਤਹਿਤ ਬਣਿਆ ₹10 ਲੱਖ ਵਾਲਾ ਸਿਹਤ ਕਾਰਡ ਇੱਕ ਵਰਦਾਨ ਬਣਕੇ ਸਾਹਮਣੇ ਆਇਆ ਹੈ। ਇਸ ਯੋਜਨਾ ਅਧੀਨ ਉਨ੍ਹਾਂ ਦਾ ਇਲਾਜ ਬਿਲਕੁਲ ਮੁਫ਼ਤ ਹੋਇਆ ਹੈ। ਮਾਨ ਸਰਕਾਰ ਹਰ ਲੋੜਵੰਦ ਨੂੰ ਬਿਹਤਰ ਇਲਾਜ ਸੇਵਾਵਾਂ ਦੇਣ ਲਈ… pic.twitter.com/5pi2JJoRtr
— Dr Balbir Singh (@AAPbalbir) May 13, 2026
Government Focus on Healthcare Access
Balbir Singh stated that the Chief Minister Health Scheme reflects the Punjab government’s commitment to strengthening public healthcare services and supporting families in need. He emphasized that such initiatives are aimed at ensuring equitable access to advanced medical treatment across the state.
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The Health Minister further added that the Mann-led government remains focused on improving healthcare infrastructure and expanding coverage under welfare schemes for vulnerable sections of society.
Scheme Benefits Families in Need
The incident in Malerkotla demonstrates how the Chief Minister Health Scheme is directly benefiting families during medical emergencies. The financial coverage provided under the scheme has helped remove barriers to treatment and ensure better health outcomes for patients.
Commitment to Public Welfare
Authorities reiterated that the Punjab government is committed to delivering affordable and effective healthcare services. The Chief Minister Health Scheme continues to play a crucial role in supporting patients across the state, particularly those requiring expensive medical care.
The case of the twin girls stands as an example of how government welfare schemes are providing real-time relief and improving access to healthcare in Punjab.