The Department of Health & Family Welfare, Government of Odisha, introduced the Niramaya Scheme with the goal of giving people visiting government-run medical institutions free critical medications for a variety of illnesses. The goal of this program, which began on May 1, 2015, is to reduce the cost of medical care by giving away 720 necessary medications. Throughout the state, government hospitals and medical schools provide these medications.
Important Features:
- Free Drug Distribution: It provides patients with 720 life-saving drugs for various diseases free of cost.
No Age Bar: All, including elderly, are eligible. - Wider Coverage: PHCs, CHCs, DHHs, sub-divisional hospitals, and medical colleges all offer the scheme.
Economic Relief: Patients can avail free drugs without advance payment. - Holistic Health Care: The scheme integrates diagnostic, treatment, and preventive services to provide a comprehensive approach to health care.
- It is raising public awareness on health problems and the way to avoid them.
Benefits:
- It is available to all the people of Odisha.
- Free medicine is being offered to patients enrolled in government hospitals.
- The programme is not eligible for government officers.
Eligibility:
- Residents of Odisha are eligible for the scheme.
- Patients registered in government hospitals are eligible to receive free medicines.
- Government employees are not eligible for the scheme.
Application Process:
- Online:
- Visit the official Niramaya Portal.
- Login with your registered details.
- Apply for the scheme through the portal.
- If you forget your password, click on forgot password.
- Mobile Application: Download the
.apkfile via Niramaya mobile app.
- Offline:
- Visit a nearby Drug Distribution Center (DDC) to avail the scheme. Ensure your registration is done at the concerned government hospital.
Documents Required:
- Aadhar Card (or other identity proof).
- Registered proof in government hospitals.
- Income certificate (if required, for eligibility verification).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):
- What is the Niramaya scheme?
A free medicine distribution scheme that provides essential drugs to patients at government-run health facilities in Odisha. - Who is eligible for free medicines?
Residents of Odisha who are registered at government hospitals. - What is the role of different agencies under Niramaya?
The Odisha State Medical Corporation Ltd. (OSMC) manages the distribution of medicines and ensures the scheme’s effective implementation. - Can I get medicines under Niramaya if I am a beneficiary of other schemes like OSTF/RSBY/BKKY?
Yes, you are eligible to receive medicines under Niramaya even if you are a beneficiary of other welfare schemes. - Where can I get medicines under Niramaya?
Medicines are available at the Drug Distribution Counters (DDCs) at government health centers. - What are the timings for DDCs?
Timings are specified at local health facilities. Contact your nearest DDC for accurate timings.
Sources and References:
- Guidelines
- FAQ
- Official Website: www.e-niramaya.odisha.gov.in