Digital Initiatives in AYUSH Sector

AYUSH Grid Project: Digital Initiatives and Achievements

Overview of AYUSH Grid Project:

• The AYUSH Grid Project acts as the IT backbone for the AYUSH sector, promoting digital transformation in healthcare, research and development, AYUSH medicine regulation, medicinal plants, education, and public awareness.

Key Digital Platforms Developed:

1. My AYUSH Integrated Service Portal (MAISP):

   • Central portal for all AYUSH-related applications and services, creating a unified digital ecosystem.
   • Features an AI-enabled chatbot to enhance user experience.
   • Facilitates citizen access to various services and data-driven decision-making.

2. AYUSH Hospital Management Information System (AHMIS):

   • Aimed at digitizing healthcare services and efficient management of AYUSH health institutions, in alignment with the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM).

3. AYUSH Research Portal:

   • Centralized digital repository with over 43,000 selected research publications related to AYUSH for easy access by researchers, practitioners, and policymakers.

4. AYUSH Investment Sarthi Portal:

   • Dedicated gateway for domestic and international investors, providing extensive information to promote investment opportunities in the AYUSH sector.

5. e-Chakra Portal:

   • Virtual marketplace and information platform for the medicinal plants sector, connecting farmers, collectors, buyers, manufacturers, and exporters.

6. M-Yoga Application:

   • Promotes regular yoga practice through teaching modules and guided sessions, accessible anytime, anywhere.

7. Yoga Portal:

   • Dedicated digital platform to promote yoga as a holistic lifestyle practice, providing authentic information on protocols, training modules, institutions, and research studies.

International Yoga Day (IDY) 2026:

• Over 7.6 lakh organizations registered for the Yoga Sangam event, with over 800,000 participants uploading photos practicing yoga.

Impact of AYUSH Grid:

• Improved accessibility to AYUSH-based primary health services, especially in rural and aspirational districts.
• 5,386 AYUSH health institutions connected to AHMIS as of July 15, 2026.
• Real-time dashboards and standardized reporting assist state and district officials in monitoring and planning targeted interventions.

Health Assessment Metrics:

• The Health Assessment Scale (SAS) promotes awareness of healthy diets and lifestyles based on classical Ayurvedic health standards.
• 1,335 doctors across 221 facilities engaged in health assessments via the platform.

PM Gati Shakti Portal:

• GIS-based mapping tool for AYUSH health institutions aiding in planning and decision-making.
• 6,002 AYUSH health institutions mapped as of July 15, 2026.

Future Directions:

• Enhancing digital platforms and promoting interoperability.
• Adoption of emerging technologies like artificial intelligence and machine learning.
• Encouraging data-driven governance and seamless integration with national health programs, including ABDM.

Government Efforts:

• The AYUSH Ministry is strengthening the AYUSH Grid as a comprehensive digital ecosystem for the AYUSH sector to improve service delivery and facilitate evidence-based policymaking.

Conclusion

The AYUSH Grid Project represents a significant advancement in the digital transformation of the AYUSH sector, enhancing service delivery, promoting research, and ensuring better health outcomes through innovative digital solutions.