Delhi LG VK Saxena Criticizes Arvind Kejriwal Over Ayushman Bharat Scheme
In New Delhi, a dispute has arisen between the Centre and the Delhi government regarding the Ayushman Bharat scheme. Delhi Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena has accused former Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal of denying many people access to the scheme. Saxena claims Kejriwal feared it would reveal the truth about his health model.
In a post directed at Kejriwal, Saxena emphasized the importance of Ayushman Bharat, a scheme benefiting millions across India. He accused Kejriwal of opposing the scheme to gain personal credit. Saxena noted that in 2018, the Delhi government’s health department recommended the scheme’s implementation, but Kejriwal’s government wanted to rename it.
Saxena criticized the Delhi health model, calling it an illusion created by publicity. He alleged that the AAP government has not updated the ‘Essential Drug List’ since 2013, leading to medicine shortages. He also mentioned issues with the ‘Mohalla Clinics’ and the lack of a Hospital Management Information System in Delhi hospitals.
Saxena concluded by urging Kejriwal to implement Ayushman Bharat in Delhi, hoping politics would not hinder the scheme’s benefits.
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Delhi LG -: Delhi LG stands for Delhi Lieutenant Governor. The Lieutenant Governor is a government official who acts as the representative of the President of India in the National Capital Territory of Delhi.
VK Saxena -: VK Saxena is the current Lieutenant Governor of Delhi. He is responsible for overseeing the administration of Delhi and works with the Chief Minister and other officials.
Arvind Kejriwal -: Arvind Kejriwal is a politician and the former Chief Minister of Delhi. He is a member of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and has been involved in various political activities in Delhi.
Ayushman Bharat Scheme -: The Ayushman Bharat Scheme is a health insurance program launched by the Government of India. It aims to provide free health coverage to low-income families, helping them access medical services without financial burden.
Health model -: A health model refers to the way healthcare services are organized and delivered in a region. In this context, it refers to the healthcare system and policies implemented by the Delhi government under Arvind Kejriwal’s leadership.