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SchemeArchiveMonday, 27 September 2021

National Digital Health Mission (Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission)

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Summary
Creates a digital health ecosystem with unique health IDs, digitised health records, and a registry of health facilities and professionals. Enables interoperable sharing of health data across the healthcare system.
Key Facts
TypeScheme
SourceHistorical Record
PublishedMonday, 27 September 2021
Affected Population1.4 billion citizens, 5 million healthcare workers
Key Numbers
Health budget: Rs 90,958 crore (2025-26)
Target: 2.5% of GDP public health spending
1.5 lakh Health & Wellness Centres planned
Rs 15,000 crore for Digital India initiatives
Key Authorities
Ministry of Health & Family WelfareICMRAYUSHMinistry of Electronics & ITTRAI
Key Stakeholders
PatientsHealthcare WorkersHospitals & ClinicsInternet UsersTech CompaniesStartups
Government Context
NDA IIBJP-led NDA
Right
LeftCentreRight
Impact Assessment
9/10
Impact Score
Beneficiaries12 crore families (55 crore individuals)
Budget AllocationRs 7K Crore
Coverage33 states/UTs (except Delhi, Odisha, West Bengal)
Implementation StatusOperational
85% implemented
Key Outcomes
  • Rs 5 lakh health cover per family per year
  • 7.5+ crore hospital admissions authorised
  • 30,000+ hospitals empanelled across India
Challenges
  • Low awareness in rural areas
  • Empanelment gaps in private hospitals
  • Claims processing delays
SDG Alignment
3Good Health
Amendment History
20 changes recorded for this policy.
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Creates a digital health ecosystem with unique health IDs, digitised health records, and a registry of health facilities and professionals. Enables interoperable sharing of health data across the healthcare system.
Government of India press release: Union Health Minister Shri J P Nadda Chairs 3rd Mission Steering Group Meeting of Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission
DescriptionFriday, 10 July 2026via pib_textiles
Creates a digital health ecosystem with unique health IDs, digitised health records, and a registry of health facilities and professionals. Enables interoperable sharing of health data across the healthcare system.
Government of India press release: Union Health Minister Shri J P Nadda Chairs 3rd Mission Steering Group Meeting of Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission
DescriptionFriday, 10 July 2026via pib_tourism
Creates a digital health ecosystem with unique health IDs, digitised health records, and a registry of health facilities and professionals. Enables interoperable sharing of health data across the healthcare system.
Government of India press release: Union Health Minister Shri J P Nadda Chairs 3rd Mission Steering Group Meeting of Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission
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Creates a digital health ecosystem with unique health IDs, digitised health records, and a registry of health facilities and professionals. Enables interoperable sharing of health data across the healthcare system.
Government of India press release: Union Health Minister Shri J P Nadda Chairs 3rd Mission Steering Group Meeting of Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission
DescriptionFriday, 10 July 2026via pib_urban_development
Creates a digital health ecosystem with unique health IDs, digitised health records, and a registry of health facilities and professionals. Enables interoperable sharing of health data across the healthcare system.
Government of India press release: Union Health Minister Shri J P Nadda Chairs 3rd Mission Steering Group Meeting of Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission
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Creates a digital health ecosystem with unique health IDs, digitised health records, and a registry of health facilities and professionals. Enables interoperable sharing of health data across the healthcare system.
Government of India press release: Union Health Minister Shri J P Nadda Chairs 3rd Mission Steering Group Meeting of Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission
DescriptionFriday, 10 July 2026via pib_women_and_child_development
Creates a digital health ecosystem with unique health IDs, digitised health records, and a registry of health facilities and professionals. Enables interoperable sharing of health data across the healthcare system.
Government of India press release: Union Health Minister Shri J P Nadda Chairs 3rd Mission Steering Group Meeting of Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission
DescriptionFriday, 10 July 2026via pib_youth_affairs_and_sports
Creates a digital health ecosystem with unique health IDs, digitised health records, and a registry of health facilities and professionals. Enables interoperable sharing of health data across the healthcare system.
Government of India press release: Union Health Minister Shri J P Nadda Chairs 3rd Mission Steering Group Meeting of Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission
DescriptionFriday, 10 July 2026via pib_niti_aayog
Creates a digital health ecosystem with unique health IDs, digitised health records, and a registry of health facilities and professionals. Enables interoperable sharing of health data across the healthcare system.
Government of India press release: Union Health Minister Shri J P Nadda Chairs 3rd Mission Steering Group Meeting of Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission
DescriptionFriday, 10 July 2026via pib_pm_speech
Creates a digital health ecosystem with unique health IDs, digitised health records, and a registry of health facilities and professionals. Enables interoperable sharing of health data across the healthcare system.
Government of India press release: Union Health Minister Shri J P Nadda Chairs 3rd Mission Steering Group Meeting of Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission
DescriptionFriday, 10 July 2026via pib_eac_pm
Creates a digital health ecosystem with unique health IDs, digitised health records, and a registry of health facilities and professionals. Enables interoperable sharing of health data across the healthcare system.
Government of India press release: Union Health Minister Shri J P Nadda Chairs 3rd Mission Steering Group Meeting of Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission
DescriptionFriday, 10 July 2026via pib_upsc
Creates a digital health ecosystem with unique health IDs, digitised health records, and a registry of health facilities and professionals. Enables interoperable sharing of health data across the healthcare system.
Government of India press release: Union Health Minister Shri J P Nadda Chairs 3rd Mission Steering Group Meeting of Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission
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Creates a digital health ecosystem with unique health IDs, digitised health records, and a registry of health facilities and professionals. Enables interoperable sharing of health data across the healthcare system.
Government of India press release: Union Health Minister Shri J P Nadda Chairs 3rd Mission Steering Group Meeting of Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission
DescriptionFriday, 10 July 2026via pib_office_of_principal_scientific_advisor_to_goi
Creates a digital health ecosystem with unique health IDs, digitised health records, and a registry of health facilities and professionals. Enables interoperable sharing of health data across the healthcare system.
Government of India press release: Union Health Minister Shri J P Nadda Chairs 3rd Mission Steering Group Meeting of Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission
DescriptionFriday, 10 July 2026via pib_national_financial_reporting_authority
Creates a digital health ecosystem with unique health IDs, digitised health records, and a registry of health facilities and professionals. Enables interoperable sharing of health data across the healthcare system.
Government of India press release: Union Health Minister Shri J P Nadda Chairs 3rd Mission Steering Group Meeting of Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission
DescriptionFriday, 10 July 2026via pib_competition_commission_of_india
Creates a digital health ecosystem with unique health IDs, digitised health records, and a registry of health facilities and professionals. Enables interoperable sharing of health data across the healthcare system.
Government of India press release: Union Health Minister Shri J P Nadda Chairs 3rd Mission Steering Group Meeting of Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission
DescriptionFriday, 10 July 2026via pib_ifsc_authority
Creates a digital health ecosystem with unique health IDs, digitised health records, and a registry of health facilities and professionals. Enables interoperable sharing of health data across the healthcare system.
Government of India press release: Union Health Minister Shri J P Nadda Chairs 3rd Mission Steering Group Meeting of Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission
DescriptionFriday, 10 July 2026via pib_national_security_council_secretariat
Creates a digital health ecosystem with unique health IDs, digitised health records, and a registry of health facilities and professionals. Enables interoperable sharing of health data across the healthcare system.
Government of India press release: Union Health Minister Shri J P Nadda Chairs 3rd Mission Steering Group Meeting of Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission
DescriptionFriday, 10 July 2026via pib_national_human_rights_commission
Creates a digital health ecosystem with unique health IDs, digitised health records, and a registry of health facilities and professionals. Enables interoperable sharing of health data across the healthcare system.
Government of India press release: Union Health Minister Shri J P Nadda Chairs 3rd Mission Steering Group Meeting of Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission
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Creates a digital health ecosystem with unique health IDs, digitised health records, and a registry of health facilities and professionals. Enables interoperable sharing of health data across the healthcare system.
Government of India press release: Union Health Minister Shri J P Nadda Chairs 3rd Mission Steering Group Meeting of Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission
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