National Digital Health Mission (Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission)
Government scheme — a structured programme with defined beneficiaries, budget allocation, and delivery mechanisms. The primary instrument for delivering welfare and development outcomes.
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
Type Scheme
Source Historical Record
Published Monday, 27 September 2021
Affected Population 1.4 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
Key Stakeholders
Government Context
NDA II BJP-led NDA
Left Centre Right
Impact Assessment
9 /10
Impact Score Beneficiaries 12 crore families (55 crore individuals)
Budget Allocation Rs 7K Crore
Coverage 33 states/UTs (except Delhi, Odisha, West Bengal)
Implementation Status Operational 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