New Delhi: The Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Package (PMGKP) insurance policy, which was introduced on March 30, 2020, granted insurance claims totaling Rs 808 crore to the families of at least 1,616 deceased healthcare workers who were involved in fighting the Covid-19 outbreak.

The scheme provides Rs 50 lakh in comprehensive personal accident insurance to 22.12 million healthcare providers, including community and private health workers, who may have come into direct touch.

On March 30, 2020, the Centre announced the PMGKP scheme for health personnel fighting Covid-19. The scheme provides Rs 50 lakh in comprehensive personal accident insurance to 22.12 lakh healthcare providers, including community health workers and private health workers, who may have had direct contact with and were involved in the care of Covid-19 patients and may be at risk of contracting the disease.

In response to a follow-up inquiry, Mandaviya praised all doctors, nurses, and other healthcare workers for their outstanding performance during the pandemic's first, second, and third waves. Because of the efforts of these health workers, he continued, the country was able to successfully address the pandemic.

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