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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.

DescriptionFriday, 10 July 2026via pib_surface_transport
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
DescriptionFriday, 10 July 2026via pib_tribal_affairs
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
DescriptionFriday, 10 July 2026via pib_water_resources_river_development_and_ganga_rejuvenation
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
DescriptionFriday, 10 July 2026via pib_special_service_and_features
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
DescriptionFriday, 10 July 2026via pib_lokpal_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

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