Patiala, July 26 -- Punjab government on Saturday expanded its existing network of Aam Aadmi Clinics by inaugurating 100 new facilities across the state, taking their total number to 1,090.

Health and family welfare minister Dr Balbir Singh inaugurated one of the new clinics at Vikas Nagar near Seona Chowk in Patiala Rural.

"The expansion reflects the state government's commitment to strengthening primary healthcare and ensuring free, quality medical services are available close to people's homes," the minister said, adding that every Aam Aadmi Clinic was equipped with an MBBS doctor, trained nursing staff and other healthcare personnel.

The clinics provide free consultations, essential medicines, diagnostic tests and treatment for com...