Introduction The Chief Minister Free Cancer Chemotherapy Scheme (CMFCCS) was launched by the Government of Arunachal Pradesh on 1 August 2017 to reduce the financial burden of cancer treatment. The scheme focuses on helping eligible patients access essential chemotherapy medicines without bearing the full cost themselves. The Department of Health and Family Welfare, Arunachal Pradesh, is associated with the implementation of the scheme. The programme aims to improve access to cancer care and provide support to patients who face high medical expenses during treatment. According to published scheme information, eligible patients may receive commonly used chemotherapy medicines worth up to ₹10 lakh per year, with a stated limit of ₹5 lakh for six months. Free consultation and counselling are also included. Patients should confirm the current benefit limits, eligibility conditions and approval process with the designated cancer treatment centre or scheme Nodal Officer. Benefits Eligible patients may receive chemotherapy medicines worth up to ₹10 lakh per year, subject to the applicable scheme rules and approval. The published guidelines mention a limit of ₹5 lakh for every six-month period. Free medical consultation and counselling are included for eligible patients. The scheme aims to reduce the financial pressure associated with cancer treatment and essential medicines. Support may continue throughout the treatment period, subject to eligibility, approval and the scheme's applicable conditions. The scheme information describes chemotherapy support for different types and stages of cancer; the treating centre must confirm the treatment and medicines covered in an individual case. Eligibility The applicant should meet the residency and beneficiary conditions prescribed under the scheme. Published scheme information identifies regular Arunachal Pradesh state government employees and their eligible dependents as beneficiaries. A Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) report also refers to APST cancer patients receiving benefits under the scheme. Applicants claiming eligibility as APST patients may need to provide a valid Scheduled Tribe certificate. Eligibility should be confirmed with the scheme Nodal Officer because available published sources describe beneficiary categories differently. Approval of assistance depends on verification of the applicant's documents, medical records and applicable scheme conditions. Documents Valid Aadhaar Card. Permanent Residence Certificate, if required. APST Scheduled Tribe Certificate, where applicable. Recent passport-size photographs. Government employment proof and dependent-status documents, where applicable. Cancer diagnosis reports, prescriptions and other medical records requested by the treatment centre. Process to Apply Contact the State Tertiary Cancer Centre at TRIHMS, Naharlagun, or the designated Nodal Officer to confirm eligibility and the current application procedure. Obtain the prescribed application form or follow the registration instructions provided by the concerned authority. Complete the application with accurate personal, eligibility and medical information. Attach the required identity, residency, category and medical documents, along with employment or dependency proof where applicable. Submit the completed application and supporting documents to the designated officer or treatment centre as instructed. Allow the concerned authority to verify the submitted information and medical records. Confirm the approval status, covered medicines and applicable assistance limits with the Nodal Officer before proceeding under the scheme. Important Links and Contact Visit the Department of Health and Family Welfare, Arunachal Pradesh website for departmental information. The published helpline number is 0360-2244248. Confirm that it is currently active before relying on it. The published helpdesk email is dhsnlg@gmail.com. Verify the address with the department before sending personal or medical documents. The department's published address is Naharlagun, Arunachal Pradesh – 791110. Contact the department to confirm the current office location and the designated scheme Nodal Officer. FAQs Q1. What is the Chief Minister Free Cancer Chemotherapy Scheme?The scheme is a Government of Arunachal Pradesh initiative that helps eligible cancer patients access chemotherapy medicines and related support. Q2. When was the scheme launched?The scheme was launched on 1 August 2017. Q3. Which department is associated with the scheme?The Department of Health and Family Welfare, Arunachal Pradesh, is associated with its implementation. Q4. How much assistance is available under the scheme?Published scheme information mentions chemotherapy medicines worth up to ₹10 lakh per patient per year, with a stated limit of ₹5 lakh for six months. Current limits should be confirmed with the Nodal Officer. Q5. Are consultation and counselling available free of cost?Free consultation and counselling are listed among the scheme benefits for eligible patients. Q6. Who can apply for the scheme?Published sources mention regular state government employees and their eligible dependents, while a CAG report also refers to APST cancer patients. Applicants should confirm the applicable eligibility category with the scheme authority. Q7. Does the scheme cover all types and stages of cancer?Published scheme information describes support for different cancer types and stages, but the treating centre must confirm the medicines and treatment covered in each case. Q8. Which documents are required to apply?Documents may include Aadhaar, a Permanent Residence Certificate, an APST certificate where applicable, photographs and relevant medical records. Additional documents may be required according to the applicant's category. Q9. How can a patient apply for the scheme?Patients should contact the State Tertiary Cancer Centre at TRIHMS, Naharlagun, or the scheme Nodal Officer to obtain current application instructions and submit the required documents. Q10. Where can applicants get more information about the scheme?Applicants can contact the Department of Health and Family Welfare, Arunachal Pradesh, or the designated cancer centre. The published helpline is 0360-2244248, but its current status should be verified.