Delhi’s healthcare network just got a massive upgrade with the launch of 81 Ayushman Arogya Mandir centers. The ribbon-cutting ceremony by CM Atishi drew cheers from locals and praise from AAP’s Harsh Malhotra, who called it a ‘revolutionary step’ in public health.
Spread across all 14 districts, these clinics target remote and slum areas previously underserved by medical facilities. Packed with ECG machines, ultrasound tech, and pathology labs, they promise doorstep diagnostics at zero cost. The move is expected to screen 10 lakh patients annually, focusing on early detection of diabetes, hypertension, and cancers.
Malhotra, speaking at the event, showered accolades on the AAP regime. ‘Under Kejriwal ji, Delhi has become India’s health capital,’ he declared, citing stats like 2 crore free treatments delivered so far. He contrasted this with previous governments’ neglect, noting how these mandirs have cut travel time for check-ups from hours to minutes.
This expansion builds on the success of over 400 existing mohalla clinics, which have conducted 50 lakh consultations last year alone. Integrating allopathy with AYUSH systems, the centers offer free OPD, medicines, and even ambulance linkages. Experts predict a ripple effect, easing pressure on GTB and AIIMS hospitals by diverting routine cases.
Public response has been overwhelming, with enrollment drives underway. As the city battles post-pandemic health challenges, these facilities symbolize proactive governance. AAP leaders vow to scale up to 1000 centers soon, reinforcing their electoral pitch on welfare. For Delhiites, it’s not just clinics—it’s hope embodied in concrete terms.