The Bhagwant Mann Government in Punjab has announced an expansion of the Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana (MMSY), allowing 17 additional medical procedures to be performed at empanelled private hospitals. This initiative aims to reduce the burden on government hospitals and improve healthcare accessibility for residents. The newly approved procedures cover a variety of medical specialties, including ENT, general surgery, women's health, eye care, and orthopaedics. Health Minister Dr. Balbir Singh emphasized that this expansion will alleviate pressure on government facilities and shorten waiting times for patients. Notably, the scheme has also been extended to include individuals living alone, such as senior citizens and widows, making healthcare more accessible to vulnerable populations. Package rates for these procedures range from ₹2,000 to ₹27,800, further enhancing the scheme's reach. Currently, around 65 lakh families are covered under MMSY, which provides cashless treatment for nearly 2,300 diseases and procedures across 824 hospitals in Punjab.