The Delhi government has raised the annual income limit for Economically Weaker Section (EWS) patients to receive free treatment at designated private hospitals from Rs 2.2 lakh to Rs 5 lakh. This revision, following a Delhi High Court directive and a recommendation from a special committee, aims to expand access to healthcare for low-income families. The new criterion aligns with the EWS admission limit for private schools and is expected to reduce financial barriers and ease the burden on government hospitals. The benefit is available to eligible patients nationwide.