As Ayushman Arogya Mandirs replace Mohalla Clinics in Delhi, former staff await dues
Some former mohalla clinic staff who were not absorbed into the AAMs are still awaiting their dues. Dr. Amit Gupta, who worked at a mohalla clinic near Mandawali metro station, said he is owed ₹78,000.
Since May 2025, the Delhi government has been establishing Ayushman Arogya Mandirs (AAMs) across the city, replacing Mohalla Clinics. While many staff members have transitioned to AAM positions, some former Mohalla Clinic employees are still awaiting their final salary payments, claiming the budget for the dues is "under consideration".
There were initially 553 Mohalla Clinics, now replaced by 415 AAMs, with a target of 1,100 centres overall. Mohalla Clinic staff performed roles including doctors, pharmacists, multi-task workers, and lab technicians, but AAMs have a similar staffing structure, though the personnel count can vary based on centre size. Some employees who were not retained by AAMs are still struggling to receive their salaries, while others claim they are being paid.
One ex-staffer, Dr. Amit Gupta, is owed ₹78,000 and has filed a complaint stating that interviews for AAM positions were open to all current staff, with some selected. Despite an official stating that the file had been transferred and the budget approval is under review, some staff members remain without payment while others report they are receiving their salaries.
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