Chief Minister’s Medical Aid Cell: A Lifeline for the Poor and Needy Patients

The Chief Minister’s Medical Aid Cell has become a beacon of hope for underprivileged patients across Maharashtra, including the Amravati division, by providing timely financial support for critical and life-threatening illnesses. Between January 1 and June 30, 2025, the cell disbursed a total assistance of ₹6.82 crore to 763 deserving patients from the five districts under the Amravati division, saving countless lives.

Under the guidance of Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, this initiative plays a crucial role in offering direct financial aid for costly and complex surgeries to economically weak and ailing citizens. In the past, patients had to travel to Mumbai and face difficulties while applying for assistance. To resolve this issue, CM Fadnavis initiated the setup of Medical Aid Cells in every district collector’s office across the state. Each cell is staffed with a nodal medical officer to guide applicants and ensure no eligible patient is left without help.

District-level CM Medical Aid Cells in Amravati, Akola, Yavatmal, Buldhana, and Washim have actively provided funds for critical treatments, ensuring quality healthcare reaches those most in need.

District-Wise Financial Assistance (Jan–June 2025):

• Amravati: ₹1.69 crore for 173 patients
• Akola: ₹30.30 lakh for 40 patients
• Yavatmal: ₹79.82 lakh for 86 patients
• Buldhana: ₹2.89 crore for 348 patients
• Washim: ₹1.14 crore for 116 patients

About the Scheme:

This state-wide welfare initiative was launched under the leadership of the Chief Minister to provide financial assistance for medical treatment to eligible residents of Maharashtra suffering from severe and life-threatening diseases.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Applicant must be a resident of Maharashtra
• Annual family income should not exceed ₹1.60 lakh
• Must possess a ration card and Aadhaar card
• The hospital must be located in Maharashtra and be registered under the CM’s Medical Aid System

Diseases Covered:

The scheme supports treatment for specific ailments, including:

• Cochlear Implants (age 2–6)
• Heart, Liver, Kidney, Lung, and Bone Marrow Transplants
• Cancer, Accidents, Pediatric Surgeries, Brain Disorders, Cardiac Diseases, Hip Replacements
• Dialysis, Chemotherapy, Radiation, Neonatal illnesses, Burns, Orthopedic procedures, Electric Shock injuries, etc.

Required Documents:

To apply, patients must submit:

• Prescribed application form
• Original estimate of medical expenses with doctor’s signature and seal
  (for private hospitals, attestation by District Civil Surgeon required)
• Income certificate from Tehsildar
• Aadhaar card (of mother in case of newborns)
• Ration card
• Medical investigation reports
• Passport-sized photo
• For transplants: Approval from ZTCC/Government committee
• For accident cases: Copy of FIR

Application Process:

Applications must be submitted to the CM’s Medical Aid Cell at the respective District Collector’s office using the prescribed form available at https://cmrf.maharashtra.gov.in, along with all required documents.

Hospital Requirement:

The hospital must be registered in the CM’s Medical Aid database. If the hospital is part of Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Jan Arogya Yojana, Ayushman Bharat, Charitable Trust Hospitals, or RBSK, the patient must first seek treatment through these schemes. If the illness is not covered, a non-coverage certificate must be attached with the application. Applications must be submitted before the patient is discharged.

Maximum Financial Assistance:

Depending on the disease and required treatment, the Executive Committee reviews medical reports and can approve up to ₹2 lakh, especially for organ transplants like heart, liver, kidney, lungs, and bone marrow.

The CM’s Medical Aid Cell has proven to be a vital support system for thousands of poor patients. According to Rameshwar Naik, State Coordinator of the CM’s Medical Aid Cells (based at Mumbai Mantralaya), all district units are striving to deliver timely assistance to those in need. The compassionate leadership of CM Devendra Fadnavis has brought much-needed relief to the poor, allowing them access to quality healthcare within their own districts.

With the CM’s Office committed to strengthening and expanding this initiative, more needy patients are now receiving timely help, ensuring smiles of relief and gratitude across Maharashtra.