Lucknow. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath is set to offer a significant benefit to lakhs of cooks across the state this Sunday. A step has been taken to provide better healthcare facilities to cooks working in council-run and government-aided schools under the Pradhan Mantri Poshan Shakti Nirman (PM POSHAN) scheme. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath will distribute cashless medical cards to 3.53 lakh cooks at a special ceremony held at the Indira Gandhi Pratishthan in the state capital, Lucknow.
The initiative aims to relieve the cooks—who prepare meals for school children—of financial burdens related to healthcare. These cooks have long been fulfilling the responsibility of ensuring the nutrition and health of the children. The government believes that it is crucial for these personnel, who provide healthy meals to children, to remain healthy themselves.
Benefits for cooks associated with the PM POSHAN scheme
A large number of cooks work in the state’s council-run and aided schools under the PM POSHAN scheme, preparing meals for lakhs of students daily. With the receipt of cashless medical cards, they will gain access to financial assistance and healthcare services during medical treatment.
This government scheme is expected to bring relief to the cooks and their families. It will reduce the financial burden of medical expenses during illnesses or emergencies and ensure timely access to medical care.
Event to be held at Indira Gandhi Pratishthan
The event will take place at the Indira Gandhi Pratishthan in Lucknow in the presence of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. Cooks from various districts of the state and departmental officials will attend the ceremony, where the Chief Minister will hand over the cashless medical cards to the beneficiaries.
The administration and concerned departments have completed preparations for the event. Through this initiative, the government aims to convey a message of commitment and respect towards the state’s cooks.
Government’s continuous efforts for the welfare of cooks
The Uttar Pradesh government is consistently focusing on the welfare of cooks through various schemes. Cooks play a pivotal role in providing quality meals to children in schools. The government has also been taking periodic measures regarding issues related to their honorarium, facilities, and safety. The introduction of the cashless medical card facility is considered a significant step in this direction. It will alleviate the financial burden that cooks often face when seeking treatment at private hospitals or other medical institutions.
A Major Step Towards Health Security
A large number of cooks in the state work with limited resources; consequently, the cost of medical treatment during illness poses a major challenge for them. Access to cashless medical facilities will ensure timely treatment and better management of health issues.
The government aims to strengthen the PM Poshan Yojana while simultaneously safeguarding the interests of the employees associated with it. The card distribution program initiated by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath is viewed as a key part of this effort.
Relief for Lakhs of Families
This facility, available to 3.53 lakh cooks, will not be limited to the employees alone; their families are also expected to benefit. Relief from healthcare expenses will strengthen their financial stability, allowing them to seek medical treatment without worry.
The cooks state that this government initiative will prove to be a great help. These personnel, who have long served in schools, will now have the assurance of health security.
Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath’s program is part of the state government’s broader schemes aimed at extending the benefits of government services to every section of society. With the distribution of cashless medical cards, thousands of cooks across the state will gain a new form of health security.
