Evaluation of Ayushman Bharat Health and Wellness Centre for Coverage and Utilization of Non-Communicable Disease Services in Rural Area of Raipur District in Chhattisgarh

Abstract Ayushman Bharat Health and Wellness Centres (AB-HWCs) are evaluated for their ability to provide non-communicable disease (NCD) services in the rural areas of Raipur district, Chhattisgarh. The goal of AB-HWCs is to offer comprehensive primary care that includes NCD screening, prevention, and management, as these conditions represent a major health burden in India. Data were gathered from 300 beneficiaries and 10 AB-HWCs using a cross-sectional descriptive methodology. Structured questionnaires, interviews, and facility checklists were used. Although 80% of the centers had basic NCD screening facilities and 65% of respondents had used them in the previous year, the results show that major obstacles such low community awareness, irregular drug supply, and inadequate personnel still exist. Health professionals' outreach, the availability of free services, and close proximity to centers were all facilitators. To maximize service delivery, the study ends with suggestions for strengthening staff training, enhancing infrastructure, increasing community awareness, and putting in place reliable monitoring mechanisms. Keywords: Ayushman Bharat; Health and Wellness Centers; Non-Communicable Diseases; Primary Healthcare; Rural Health; Chhattisgarh; India.