Emraan Hashmi praises Ayushman Bharat, PMJAY on World Cancer Day
04 Feb 2025

On World Cancer Day, Bollywood actor Emraan Hashmi stressed the need for early cancer detection and praised government schemes such as Ayushman Bharat and Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PMJAY) for making cancer treatment "more accessible and affordable."

He posted a video message narrating his son Ayaan's fight against cancer and the importance of timely treatment.

"When my son Ayaan was diagnosed with cancer, our world turned upside down," he said.

Hashmi highlighted the role of government initiatives in healthcare
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Hashmi lauded government initiatives while highlighting how stressful cancer treatment can get.

He said, "As parents, we know that the journey can be overwhelming, but initiatives like Ayushman Bharat and PMJAY are changing the game."

"These programs are making cancer treatment more accessible and affordable for millions of families across India, easing the financial burden and giving hope."

'Let's keep fighting together because every life matters'
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The actor further encouraged regular screenings and awareness for better healthcare.

He urged, "Today on World Cancer Day, I urge you all to get screened regularly, raise awareness, and ensure that everyone, no matter their background, gets the care they deserve."

"Let's keep fighting together because every life matters."

Ayaan (then 4-year-old) was diagnosed with first-stage cancer in January 2014 and declared cancer-free five years later in January 2019.

Hashmi was joined by cancer survivors Sonali, Tahira
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Fellow celebrities and cancer survivors Sonali Bendre and Tahira Kashyap Khurrana also shared their insights on World Cancer Day.

The Sarfarosh actor said, "Early detection is crucial in the fight against cancer. But for many, access to quality healthcare has been a significant barrier. That's why initiatives like Ayushman Bharat are game-changers."

Meanwhile, author-filmmaker Kashyap Khurrana noted, "On World Cancer Day, I want to commend the Ayushman Bharat and PM-JAY initiatives for making timely cancer treatment accessible for so many..."