Chandigarh, July 8 -- 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 g...