New Delhi, May 26 -- Ayushman Vay Vandana Yojana, a vertical under the state-backed health protection scheme Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB PM-JAY), offers free medical coverage for senior citizens. The Ayushman Vay Vandana Card under the scheme provides health insurance coverage up to Rs.5 lakh for all citizens above 70 years of age.

The Vay Vandana card is a health card introduced in October 2024 for senior citizens under AB PM-JAY to access the benefits of the scheme. The cardholders can avail free healthcare services, including medical treatment in both government and private hospitals.

There is no income limit for the card, making individuals from all income levels to avail benefits from this scheme. Additiona...