The full form of CGHS stands for Central Government Health Scheme. It is a health care system established by the Government of India for the benefit of its employees and pensioners. The scheme provides for comprehensive medical care for its beneficiaries through a network of government hospitals and empanelled private hospitals. The scheme covers various health-related expenses such as hospitalization, diagnostic tests, and medicines. The scheme is available to central government employees, pensioners, and their dependents, including widows and children. It also includes members of parliament, retired judges of the supreme court and high court, and other eligible categories of people. The scheme is administered by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare and is implemented through its regional offices located in different parts of the country. The CGHS aims to provide quality medical care to its beneficiaries at an affordable cost and to reduce the burden on the public health system.