National Health Mission Tamil Nadu

Department of Health & Family Welfare Govt. of Tamil Nadu, India

Programs

Chief Minister's Comprehensive Health Insurance Scheme (CMCHIS)

Objective: To provide free, quality healthcare to low-income families.

Benefits: Covers medical expenses up to ₹5,00,000 per family per year for specific treatments across empanelled hospitals.

Eligibility: Families with an annual income of less than ₹1,20,000.

Muthulakshmi Reddy Maternity Benefit Scheme

Objective: To provide financial assistance to pregnant women.

Benefits: Eligible women receive financial support of up to ₹18,000 during their pregnancy to ensure nutritional and medical care.

Eligibility: Pregnant women from economically disadvantaged backgrounds.

Dr. Muthulakshmi Reddy Memorial Weekly Iron and Folic Acid Supplementation Program

Objective: To reduce anemia among adolescent girls and boys, especially in rural areas.

Benefits: Weekly distribution of iron and folic acid tablets to school children.

Amma Mini Clinic Scheme

Objective: To provide accessible healthcare in underserved areas.

Benefits: Mini clinics staffed with doctors, nurses, and pharmacists offer basic healthcare services at no cost.

Nutritional Programs for Children and Women

Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS): Ensures nutritional supplementation and health check-ups for children under 6 years, pregnant women, and lactating mothers.

Chief Minister’s Breakfast Scheme: Provides nutritious breakfast to primary school students to improve their overall nutrition and well-being.

Emergency Medical Services (108 Ambulance Service)

Objective: To provide timely medical assistance during emergencies.

Benefits: Free ambulance services available 24/7 throughout the state.

Mudhalvar Marundhagam

Objective: To provide affordable medicines to the public.

Benefits: Subsidized rates on essential medicines, making healthcare more accessible.

Tamil Nadu Mental Health Program

Objective: To provide support for mental health issues and reduce stigma.

Benefits: Free counseling, psychiatric treatment, and awareness campaigns.