Shah hails Ayushman Bharat scheme, says ‘have built 596 medical colleges within 7 years’

Apr 01, 2022

Chikballapur (Karnataka), Apr 01 (ANI): Union Home Minister Amit Shah on April 01 laid foundation stone of a medical college in Chikballapur district of Karnataka. Amit Shah while addressing the event said that within the 7-year BJP reign in the state, 596 medical colleges were built successfully. “Earlier, dearth of doctors in rural areas was biggest hurdle in formulation of medical policies. Within 7 years we've made 596 medical colleges. Under Ayushman Bharat scheme we've given free treatment worth up to Rs.5 lakhs to 80 crore poor people,” he said.