Karnataka Launches "Gruha Arogya" Scheme for Doorstep Health Screening.

State News | Dated: 29 Dec 2025

The Karnataka government has launched the "Gruha Arogya" (Health at Home) scheme to provide free health screening and treatment at the doorstep. The initiative targets the early detection of Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) like diabetes and hypertension among the rural population.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • Under the scheme, health workers (ASHAs) will visit every household to conduct screenings.
  • Free medicines for chronic diseases will be delivered to patients' homes on a monthly basis.
  • The scheme aims to cover 1.5 crore households in the first phase.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • Scheme: Gruha Arogya.
  • Focus: Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs).
  • Service: Doorstep Screening & Medicine.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

Which state launched the "Gruha Arogya" scheme to provide doorstep screening for Non-Communicable Diseases?

Correct Answer: Karnataka

🚀 Quick Recap:

About Karnataka

  • Capital – Bengaluru
  • CM – Siddaramaiah