Mizoram Universal Health Care Scheme 2.0 launched with 24/7 call centre and stricter emergency care rules

Chief Minister Lalduhoma launched Mizoram Universal Health Care Scheme 2.0 and a round-the-clock call centre. Effective from April 1, the upgraded scheme tightens emergency treatment rules for non-empanelled hospitals and sets clearer categories for critical care. The state budget allocates Rs 130 crore, with employee contributions and an Asian Development Bank loan supporting long-term health coverage.

Chief Minister Lalduhoma on Monday launched MUHCS 2.0, an upgraded Mizoram Universal Health Care Scheme. Lalduhoma also opened a dedicated 24-hour call centre for the programme. The updated scheme is due to start from April 1. It adds tighter emergency rules and more funding support.

The Mizoram Universal Health Care Scheme was launched in March last year. It became operational on April 1. The scheme offers up to Rs 5 lakh a year for cashless care. Coverage applies at government facilities and empanelled private and church-run hospitals.

Mizoram Universal Health Care Scheme funding under MUHCS 2.0

Lalduhoma said the government kept backing the scheme despite high costs. Lalduhoma said results on the ground encouraged the decision. Lalduhoma said Rs 130 crore was set aside in the 2026-27 budget. Lalduhoma said government employees added Rs 26.42 crore as contributions.

Lalduhoma said the state secured external financing for long-term continuity. A loan of over Rs 800 crore has been secured from the Asian Development Bank ADB. Lalduhoma said the money aimed to support the sustainability of universal health coverage. The launch also highlighted expanded funding for the upgraded scheme.

Mizoram Universal Health Care Scheme emergency rules in MUHCS 2.0

According to Lalduhoma, MUHCS 2.0 changes how emergencies are handled. Treatment at non-empanelled hospitals will now be more restricted. Lalduhoma said it will be limited to three categories only. These include immediate ICU admissions and urgent life-saving surgeries.

Lalduhoma said the third category covers surgeries needed immediately after accidents. Officials said enrolment was strong in the first phase. More than 2.88 lakh families enrolled as beneficiaries, officials said. Lalduhoma urged people to complete registrations before April 15.

With MUHCS 2.0 starting on April 1, the government expects smoother support through the 24-hour call centre. The scheme continues to offer cashless treatment up to Rs 5 lakh annually. Funding includes the 2026-27 budget allocation, employee contributions, and the ADB loan. The updated emergency limits also set clearer rules for non-empanelled hospitals.

With inputs from PTI