The Delhi High Court has accepted the city government's decision to raise the annual income threshold for EWS (Economically Weaker Section) category free hospital treatment to Rs 5 lakh. This enhanced criterion applies to all government hospitals and private hospitals built on concessional land. The court directed authorities to publicize this change, which was formalized by the Directorate General of Health Services on January 2, to ensure citizens are aware of the updated eligibility for healthcare benefits.