Delhi Arogya Nidhi
About Delhi Arogya Nidhi
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.
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
- Patients should have a National Food Security Card.
- The patient must be a resident of Delhi and has to furnish domicile proof of residing in Delhi continuously for the last 3 years (prior to the date of submission of the application).
- Treatment should be from the Government Hospital in Delhi.
How to Apply
Offline
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.
Documents Required
- 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 - Original Estimate Certificate duly signed by Consultant/ Medical Superintendent/ Chief Medical Officer of the Hospital
- Two photographs of the patient, duly attested by the treating doctor.
- A copy of the National Food Security Card.
- Photocopies of the treatment record
Note: Applicant has to submit an undertaking for his signature verification as given in the application form.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the “Delhi Arogya Nidhi (DAN) “scheme?
DAN is a scheme initiated to provide financial assistance of up to [?]1.5 lakhs to needy patients holding the National Food Security Card for the treatment of diseases in government hospitals in Delhi.
- Who is eligible under the "Delhi Arogya Nidhi" Scheme?
Patients holding the National Food Security Card are eligible for financial aid under the scheme.
- What is the maximum financial aid provided under the 'DAN' Scheme?
DAN offers financial assistance up to [?]1.5 lakhs to eligible patients.
- Where can eligible patients avail treatment under this scheme?
Treatment is restricted to government hospitals in Delhi.
- What documents are required to establish eligibility for the scheme?
Essential documents include the National Food Security Card, proof of continuous residence in Delhi for the last 3 years, and other identification documents.
- 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.
- Are non-Delhi residents eligible for the assistance under DAN?
No, patients must be residents of Delhi and furnish domicile proof of residing in Delhi continuously for the last 3 years.
- How to apply for the DAN grant?
The eligible applicant may submit the Application Form at the Patient Welfare Cell, Directorate of Health Services, 6th Floor, F-17, Karkardooma, Delhi-110032, using the prescribed proforma.
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