New Delhi, Sept. 11 -- The Punjab government is accelerating across Punjab the distribution of Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana cards, with around 33 lakh cards expected to reach districts as the state works towards covering eligible beneficiaries. Health and Family Welfare Minister Dr Balbir Singh said around 31 lakh cards had already reached districts and another two lakh were expected soon.

The government has identified around 2,008 villages and wards where 400 or more beneficiaries are eligible for the cards. Dedicated camps will be organised at these locations, allowing beneficiaries to collect their cards and helping the administration speed up distribution.

Beneficiaries will be informed in advance about the camps. ASHA workers, ASHA fac...