Chandigarh, July 9 -- The Punjab government on Tuesday launched the "Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana", a universal health cover promising free and cashless medical treatment up to Rs.10 lakh per year for every family of the state, irrespective of income.

The scheme was formally launched by chief minister Bhagwant Mann and AAP national convener Arvind Kejriwal at a public event in Sector 35, Chandigarh.

Addressing the gathering during the launch, Kejriwal said starting today, the entire population of 3 crore in the state will be eligible for free treatment under this scheme.

The scheme will be operational from October 2 after which camps will be organised to enrol people.

Kejriwal said earlier, a family could avail of treatment only up to Rs....