The Andhra Pradesh coalition government announced another major welfare decision today. It confirmed that the Sanjeevani Universal Health Policy will begin across the state in January 2026. Minister Achchennaidu shared the update during the Chief Minister’s Relief Fund cheque distribution event at Kotabommali in Srikakulam district. He said the scheme will offer free medical insurance coverage of up to ₹25 lakh per family each year.
According to him, Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu introduced this policy to ensure better healthcare for poor families. He explained that the government aims to remove financial barriers to medical treatment. As a result, the scheme is expected to benefit lakhs of households across Andhra Pradesh.
During the programme, the minister handed over cheques to 100 beneficiaries in the village. He stated that families struggling with medical expenses will receive timely financial support. He also noted that the government is working to expand assistance through multiple welfare channels to ensure maximum coverage.
The minister added that his constituency alone received ₹2.10 crore in aid for 1,200 beneficiaries. He said the government will continue releasing funds to help more families soon. With the Sanjeevani scheme, the state hopes to build a stronger and more accessible public health support system.
