Summary:
Chief minister Vijay Rupani on Sunday launched the Centre's Bharat Ayushman programme in the state. Deputy chief minister Nitin Patel said the scheme will benefit 10 crore families and 50 crore people across the country. "The scheme is an extension of the several innovative schemes that Narendra Modi had initiated during his tenure as the chief minister of Gujarat," Patel said. He said the state will provide 40% funding for the scheme while 60% will be given by the Centre. He said in Gujarat 2.75 crore citizens will benefit from the scheme..