Chandigarh, March 26 -- In a significant milestone for Punjab's healthcare sector, a life-saving surgery costing Rs 4 lakh was successfully performed cashless under the Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna. This case represents one of the highest claims settled to date under the Bhagwant Mann government's flagship health initiative, showcasing the scheme's ability to handle high-value, critical medical interventions for the State's residents.
The patient, 37-year-old Sukhpal Kaur from Chandigarh, was rushed to PGIMER Chandigarh after being diagnosed with a life-threatening aortic dissection. This critical cardio-thoracic condition required immediate surgical repair, the cost of which was estimated at nearly Rs 4 lakh.
For many families, arranging such...