India Approves 5 Lakh Health Coverage for All Senior Citizens | Vantage with Palki Sharma

India Approves ₹5 Lakh Health Coverage for All Senior Citizens | Vantage with Palki Sharma The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved ₹5 lakh health insurance coverage for all senior citizens aged 70 and above under the Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY scheme. This move benefits around 6 crore seniors, fulfilling a key promise from the BJP manifesto. Eligible seniors will receive a special card, and those already covered by PM-JAY will get an additional top-up. The initiative is aimed at enhancing health security for India's elderly population, ensuring free healthcare for senior citizens, regardless of their socio-economic background. Palki Sharma tells you more. --- Health Insurance | Senior Citizens | India | Health Cover | Firstpost | World News | Vantage | Palki Sharma health insurance, india , senior citizens, health cover, firstpost,vantage,palki sharma,vantage palki sharma,first post,firstpost palki sharma,vantage on firstpost,palki sharma firstpost Vantage is a ground-breaking news, opinions, and current affairs show from Firstpost. Catering to a global audience, Vantage covers the biggest news stories from a 360-degree perspective, giving viewers a chance to assess the impact of world events through a uniquely Indian lens. The show is anchored by Palki Sharma, Managing Editor, Firstpost. By breaking stereotypes, Vantage aims to challenge conventional wisdom and present an alternative view on global affairs, defying the norm and opening the door to new perspectives. The show goes beyond the headlines to uncover the hidden stories – making Vantage a destination for thought-provoking ideas. Vantage airs Monday to Friday at 9 PM IST on Firstpost across all leading platforms. ​ Subscribe to Firstpost channel and press the bell icon to get notified when we go live. @Firstpost Follow Firstpost on Instagram: Follow Firstpost on Facebook: Follow Firstpost on Twitter: Follow Firstpost on WhatsApp: