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Is Govt Planning to Scrap CGHS Facilities? Read This Official Clarification

CGHS update 2026: Govt issues official order amid closure rumors. Don’t miss what’s revealed—check facts & hospital


Thousands Are Confused About CGHS Ending – Here’s the Real Answer

Are you worried that CGHS might be discontinued? 😨 Confused by viral messages claiming an insurance-based system is replacing CGHS?

👉 Here's the official truth directly from the Government of India — and it may surprise you.

📢 Official Source: Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (CGHS-III Section)
📅 Dated: 20 April 2026
🏛️ Issued by: Under Secretary, Govt. of India



🔥 Key Clarification You MUST Know

As per the official communication:

  • ❌ No proposal is under consideration to discontinue CGHS
  • ❌ No plan to replace it with an insurance-based model
  • ❌ No decision taken to curtail CGHS services

👉 In simple terms: CGHS is SAFE and CONTINUING as usual.

🤔 Then Why Are People Talking About Insurance?

Good question! Here's where things get interesting 👇

  • ✔ Government has introduced “Paripoorna Mediclaim Ayush Bima”
  • ✔ Launched by New India Assurance Company
  • ✔ It is ADDITIONAL, not a replacement
  • ✔ Works alongside existing CGHS benefits

👉 So, instead of replacing CGHS, the government is actually expanding healthcare coverage options.

❓ Important Questions Answered

Q1. Is CGHS being closed?
👉 No. Official confirmation says it will continue.

Q2. Will CGHS be replaced by insurance?
👉 No. No such proposal exists.

Q3. What is the new scheme then?
👉 An additional insurance option for employees.

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⚠️ Final Takeaway

Viral messages can create panic — but official documents tell the real story.

👉 CGHS is not going anywhere. 👉 Instead, healthcare benefits may actually improve with additional schemes.

💬 What do you think?

  • Do you trust CGHS over insurance?
  • Will you opt for the new scheme?

👇 Share your thoughts in the comments!

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