In a landmark health policy expansion, the Rajasthan government rolled out interstate portability under the Mukhyamantri Ayushman Arogya (MAA) Scheme starting December 19, 2025, enabling eligible Rajasthan families to seek cashless treatment at 36,229 AB-PMJAY empanelled hospitals across India as of 28 February 2026. The scheme, formerly known as Mukhyamantri Chiranjeevi Yojana, provides coverage of up to ₹25 lakh per family per year for a wide range of medical conditions — from minor surgeries to serious illnesses. To avail benefits outside Rajasthan, beneficiaries must present their MAA Scheme card; treatment commences following approval from the Rajasthan State Health Assurance Agency (RSHA). Since the implementation of portability, more than 1,000 patients have already received treatment across hospitals in 15 states. This expansion is significant for Rajasthan's large migrant population — workers in industries, domestic workers, and seasonal migrants who move to cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Surat, and Ahmedabad. It also aligns with the Central Government's Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY scheme's portability framework. Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma announced that the MAA Scheme now integrates with the national hospital network, making Rajasthan a pioneer in state-level universal health coverage with cross-border portability. The scheme covers treatment across 1,700+ medical packages including cancer, cardiac procedures, kidney transplants, and neurological conditions.
Rajasthan Expands Mukhyamantri Ayushman Arogya (MAA) Scheme Nationwide: Cashless Treatment Up to ₹25 Lakh at 36,229 AB-PMJAY Empanelled Hospitals Across India
In a landmark health policy expansion, the Rajasthan government rolled out interstate portability under the Mukhyamantri Ayushman Arogya (MAA) Scheme starting December 19, 2025, enabling eligible Rajasthan families to seek cashless treatment at 36,229 AB-PMJAY empanelled hospitals across India as of 28 February 2026. The scheme, formerly known as Mukhyamantri Chiranjeevi Yojana, provides coverage of up to ₹25 lakh per family per year for a wide range of medical conditions — from minor surgeries to serious illnesses. To avail benefits outside Rajasthan, beneficiaries must present their MAA Scheme card; treatment commences following approval from the Rajasthan State Health Assurance Agency (RSHA). Since the implementation of portability, more than 1,000 patients have already received treatment across hospitals in 15 states. This expansion is significant for Rajasthan's large migrant population — workers in industries, domestic workers, and seasonal migrants who move to cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Surat, and Ahmedabad. It also aligns with the Central Government's Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY scheme's portability framework. Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma announced that the MAA Scheme now integrates with the national hospital network, making Rajasthan a pioneer in state-level universal health coverage with cross-border portability. The scheme covers treatment across 1,700+ medical packages including cancer, cardiac procedures, kidney transplants, and neurological conditions.
Key facts
- Rajasthan expanded MAA Scheme nationwide from December 19, 2025, with interstate portability.
- Eligible families can seek cashless treatment at over 31,000 hospitals across India.
- The scheme provides coverage of up to ₹25 lakh per family per year.
- Formerly known as Mukhyamantri Chiranjeevi Yojana, it covers minor surgeries to serious illnesses.
- Beneficiaries need MAA Scheme Card and Jan Aadhaar for availing out-of-state benefits.
- The expansion is a landmark health policy initiative by the Rajasthan government.
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What is the full name of the MAA scheme expanded by Rajasthan in January 2026?
MAA stands for Mukhyamantri Ayushman Arogya scheme of Rajasthan government.
Source: Rajasthan Government
Frequently asked questions
What is the Mukhyamantri Ayushman Arogya (MAA) Scheme and when was interstate portability introduced?
The Mukhyamantri Ayushman Arogya (MAA) Scheme is Rajasthan's flagship health insurance programme, formerly known as Mukhyamantri Chiranjeevi Yojana. Interstate portability was introduced from December 19, 2025, enabling eligible Rajasthan families to avail cashless treatment at over 31,000 government and private hospitals across India.
What is the annual coverage provided under the MAA Scheme and what medical conditions does it cover?
The MAA Scheme provides cashless health coverage of up to ₹25 lakh per family per year. It covers a wide range of medical conditions — from minor surgeries and day-care procedures to serious illnesses requiring hospitalisation, making it one of the most comprehensive state health schemes in India.
What documents are required to avail out-of-state benefits under the MAA Scheme?
Beneficiaries need to present their MAA Scheme Card and Jan Aadhaar card to avail cashless treatment at empanelled hospitals outside Rajasthan. Jan Aadhaar is Rajasthan's unique family identity card that serves as the primary proof of eligibility for state government schemes.
What is the difference between the MAA Scheme and the central Ayushman Bharat–PM-JAY scheme?
Ayushman Bharat–PM-JAY (Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana) is the central government's health insurance scheme providing coverage of ₹5 lakh per family per year to eligible poor families. The MAA Scheme is Rajasthan's state scheme with a higher coverage of ₹25 lakh per family per year, and through interstate portability, it now offers nationwide cashless access at 31,000+ hospitals.
How does the interstate portability of the MAA Scheme benefit Rajasthan's migrant population?
A large number of Rajasthanis migrate to other states for work. Interstate portability allows these migrant workers and their families to access cashless medical treatment at empanelled hospitals in the state where they are residing or working, without needing to return to Rajasthan for healthcare. This is particularly beneficial for labour migrants in states like Gujarat, Maharashtra, and Delhi.
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