Ayushman Bharat – Health and Wellness Centres (AB-HWC)
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
Ayushman Bharat Health and Wellness Centres (now Ayushman Arogya Mandirs) provide free comprehensive primary healthcare including medicines, diagnostics and NCD screening at upgraded sub-centres and PHCs, accessible to all citizens without registration.
Key facts
- Nodal ministry
- Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
- Level
- Central
- Launched
- 2018
- Last date
- Ongoing / No fixed deadline
- Helpline
- 104
What you get
Citizens get access to comprehensive primary healthcare including free essential drugs, diagnostics, maternal and child health services, and screening for non-communicable diseases at upgraded sub-centres and primary health centres now converted into Ayushman Arogya Mandirs.
Who is eligible
All citizens accessing services at a Health and Wellness Centre in their locality are covered; no income or category restriction.
Documents you need
No specific documents required; Aadhaar helps for record linkage.
How to apply
Visit your nearest Ayushman Arogya Mandir (Health and Wellness Centre) for free primary healthcare services including consultations, medicines and diagnostics.
Frequently asked questions
What services are free at a Health and Wellness Centre?
Consultations, essential medicines, diagnostics, maternal-child health and NCD screening services.
What is an Ayushman Arogya Mandir?
The renamed and upgraded version of Health and Wellness Centres offering comprehensive primary healthcare.
Do I need to register to use a Health and Wellness Centre?
No, walk-in access is available; Aadhaar helps link your health records but is not mandatory.