Delhi Arogya Nidhi-DAN

The “Delhi Arogya Nidhi (DAN)” is a scheme implemented by the Directorate General of Health Services to provide financial assistance of up to ₹1.5 lacs to needy patients who have National Food Security Cards for treatment of diseases in Government hospitals only.

Delhi Arogya Nidhi (DAN) is a health assistance scheme launched by the Delhi Government to provide financial aid for expensive medical treatments. It is aimed at residents of Delhi who cannot afford specialized treatments for serious diseases.

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Objectives of Delhi Arogya Nidhi

To provide financial support for expensive medical treatments.
To ensure that economically weaker sections get access to quality healthcare.
To cover life-threatening diseases that require costly procedures.

Benefits

Under the scheme, financial assistance of up to ₹1.5 lacs will be provided to needy patients who have National Food Security Cards for treatment of diseases in Government hospitals only.

Who is Eligible for Delhi Arogya Nidhi?

To avail benefits under this scheme, an applicant must:

Be a resident of Delhi with valid proof of residence.
Have a family income below the specified limit set by the government.
Require treatment for a serious disease that is not covered under other health schemes.

Financial Assistance Provided

The scheme offers financial aid for medical treatments that are expensive and beyond the capacity of the applicant.
The assistance is usually given for treatments in government hospitals.

Diseases Covered Under Delhi Arogya Nidhi

The scheme provides financial aid for critical illnesses such as:

Cancer treatment
Kidney and liver transplants
Cardiovascular surgeries
Neurological disorders
Other life-threatening diseases requiring high-cost treatments

Documents Required

1. Proof of continuous residence in Delhi for the last 3years through any one of the following documents:

• National Food Security Card

• Electoral Voter’s Photo Identity Card

• Birth certificate (In case the patient is a minor)

• Extract from the electoral roll

• Aadhaar Card

2. Original Estimate Certificate duly signed by Consultant/ Medical Superintendent/ Chief Medical Officer of the Hospital

3. Two photographs of the patient, duly attested by the treating doctor.

4. A copy of the National Food Security Card.

5. Photocopies of the treatment record

Application Process

Step 01: Visit the official website to download the Application Form for Financial Aid.

Step 02: Fill out the form with all requisites details.

Step 03: The photocopies of all documents are to be attached with the application and the original is to be brought at the time of submission of same for verification.

Step 04: Applicant has to submit an undertaking for his signature verification as given in the application form.

Step 05: Application to be submitted in Patient Welfare Cell, Directorate of Health Services, 6th Floor, F-17, Karkardooma, (Near Karkardooma Court), Delhi-110032.

FAQs

What is the maximum financial aid provided under the 'DAN' Scheme?

DAN offers financial assistance up to ₹1.5 lakhs to eligible patients.

Can a minor apply for the DAN grant?

Yes, a minor patient can apply, and the Electoral Voter’s Photo Identity Card or birth certificate is required as proof.