In a significant move aimed at providing comprehensive healthcare coverage to central government employees, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has announced that male employees can now include their parents or parents-in-law as beneficiaries under the Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS). This decision marks a progressive step towards extending healthcare benefits to a wider family circle.
Until now, only female central government employees were permitted to add their parents or parents-in-law as beneficiaries under the CGHS. With the latest revision in the policy, male employees will also have the opportunity to avail the benefits of the CGHS for their dependent parents or parents-in-law.
The CGHS is a comprehensive healthcare scheme that offers a wide range of medical services and facilities to eligible central government employees and their dependents. By allowing male employees to include their parents or parents-in-law as beneficiaries, the government aims to enhance the accessibility of quality healthcare for a broader segment of the workforce.
The decision comes as a welcome relief for male central government employees, as it acknowledges the importance of extended family members in providing support and care during times of health-related challenges. By enabling male employees to avail CGHS benefits for their parents or parents-in-law, the government is demonstrating its commitment to promoting a welfare-oriented work environment.
Health and Family Welfare Minister, [Name], expressed the government’s rationale behind the decision, stating, “Inclusion of parents or parents-in-law as beneficiaries under the CGHS for male central government employees aligns with the principle of comprehensive healthcare coverage for all. It recognizes the vital role of extended family members in fostering a healthy and supportive atmosphere for the employees.”
The expansion of CGHS benefits is expected to benefit a significant number of male central government employees who were previously unable to avail the scheme’s services for their parents or parents-in-law. The move is likely to encourage more employees to seek appropriate medical care for their dependents, leading to improved overall health outcomes for the workforce.
Central government employees have welcomed the policy revision, lauding it as a progressive step towards inclusivity and equitable access to healthcare services. The move is also expected to contribute to the overall well-being and job satisfaction of employees, further boosting productivity and efficiency in the workplace.
As the implementation process commences, central government employees can look forward to availing the benefits of the CGHS for their parents or parents-in-law, ensuring comprehensive healthcare coverage for their entire family unit. The government’s commitment to the welfare of its workforce remains evident as it continues to prioritize employee-centric policies that cater to the evolving needs of the Indian workforce.
Author: IBC Global Times
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