Decentralization of CGHS Plastic Card Printing: A Step Towards Efficiency
Grievances over delays in printing CGHS Plastic Cards prompted action from the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India.
Decentralization Announcement
- Office order dated 26th March 2024.
- Decentralization of CGHS Card Printing to every Additional Director (CGHS) in cities nationwide, including Delhi.
- Aim: Expedite card-making process for timely healthcare service provision.
Implementation Timeline
- Entire process, from enrolment to work order allocation for printing, to be completed by 25th April 2024.
Objective: Empower local CGHS authorities with printing responsibilities to streamline operations and enhance service delivery efficiency.
Fee for Duplicate Cards
- Nominal fee of Rs. 100/- for issuing duplicate CGHS cards due to loss or other reasons.
- Intention: Cover administrative costs while maintaining service accessibility for beneficiaries.
- Specification Control:
- CGHS Cards specifications determined by C&P Section at CGHS (HQ), CGHS Bhawan, New Delhi.
- Ensures standardization and quality control.
Decision Approval:
- Undertaken with the approval of the Additional Secretary & Director-General (CGHS).
- Reflects commitment to improving healthcare access and administrative efficiency within the CGHS framework.
- Dissemination:
- Office order disseminated to pertinent stakeholders:
- PS to AS & DG MoHFW (CGHS)
- PS to JS MoHFW (CGHS)
- Additional Directors of CGHS Zones
- Objective:
- Proactive measures aim to bolster CGHS operations.
- Ensure seamless healthcare services for government employees and beneficiaries nationwide.
- Communication Channels:
- Beneficiaries encouraged to visit the CGHS website for further details and updates.
- Contact Information:
- Director, CGHS
- Telephone: 011-20863436
- Media Inquiries:
- Under
Secretary, CGHS, CGHS Bhawan, Sec-13, R.K. Puram, New Delhi
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