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The Print
4 days ago
- Health
- The Print
Shri Ram Murti Smarak (SRMS) Institutions mark 10 years of supporting the Digital India initiative
New Delhi [India], July 15: As India commemorates 10 years of the Digital India initiative, Shri Ram Murti Smarak (SRMS) Institutions , Bareilly, Lucknow, and Unnao offer a compelling example of how thoughtfully integrated technology can enhance both learning and healing experiences. From classrooms to clinics, SRMS has steadily adopted digital tools that's into the very DNA of its institutions, to improve student learning outcomes and streamline patient care, in alignment with national digital transformation goals. Aligning itself with the vision of a Digitally Empowered India, it's also actively complying with Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM) in healthcare. Enabling smarter learning environments Across its educational institutions–including SRMS Institute of Medical Sciences (IMS) Bareilly; SRMS College of Engineering and Technology (CET) Bareilly; College of Engineering Technology & Research (CETR) Bareilly; International Business School (IBS) Lucknow; Institute of Paramedical Sciences (IPS) Bareilly; College of Nursing Bareilly; Goodlife Hospital Bareilly; Functional Imaging and Research Center Lucknow; Step2Life Lucknow; and SRMS Hospital Unnao and others–digital adoption is visible in every sphere. Interactive and wi-fi enabled smart classrooms, virtual labs, and centralised e-libraries offer students consistent access to modern academic resources with integrated hands-on learning environments. Online Learning Portals and Learning Management Systems (LMS) support hybrid instruction, while real-time attendance and performance dashboards allow faculty and students to track progress meaningfully. However, through these innovations, SRMS has empowered over 15,000 students to learn, grow, and lead in a tech-enabled world over the period of 5 years. 'The digital learning environment at SRMS has truly elevated our classroom experience. With smart boards, online portals, and access to digital learning is more flexible and engaging than ever, making a huge difference to how I study and revise. It's like the future of education is already here', says Manas Dam, MBA student (Batch 2024-26), SRMS CET. Enhancing patient services through technology SRMS medical institutions have embraced digital patient records, e-billing, and integrated systems under the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM), allowing for smoother, more secure care delivery. Integrating its systems with Health IDs, Unified Health Interface (UHI) standards, and digital health lockers ensures patient data security and interoperability. OPD and inpatient services along with treatment histories use electronic medical records (EMRs), while diagnostics and billing have become paperless, seamless and transparent. Telemedicine (e-medicine) and remote consultations, in alignment with Digital India's push for healthcare access, provide timely access to specialists, helping bridge geographical barriers. 'From online registration to getting lab results digitally, everything is quick, smooth and hassle-free,' shares a patient treated at SRMS IMS (Hospital), Bareilly. 'Our goal is to make digital tools accessible and meaningful; not just modern, but useful in every classroom and ward. From admission to discharge, every touchpoint is digital and patient-centric,' says Aditya Murti, Secretary, SRMS Trust. Supporting research and diagnosis with digital tools With AI-assisted diagnostic tools in radiology and oncology, and data-supported research, the institutions are stepping into the future of precision medicine. Facilities like PET-CT, Advanced Radiological and Molecular Imaging, Biostatistics-powered analytics and digital pathology labs support breakthroughs in personalized care and early diagnosis. From organ donation awareness to e-registration and recipient-donor mapping, it brings life-saving technology into the public health domain. Improving institutional operations Beyond academics and healthcare, SRMS has streamlined backend operations through new-age ERP systems, e-governance protocols, and digital HR services. Admissions, fee management, staff records, employee self-service portals, and regulatory compliance are managed through secure cloud-based platforms, enhancing transparency and efficiency. Building digital skills and awareness SRMS Institutions have a larger and impactful understanding of the importance of Artificial Intelligence in enhancing outcomes across disciplines. This is reflected in the consistent hosting of a wide array of AI-focused workshops, conferences, and CMEs in its various institutions in domains such as Healthcare, Pulmonary & Critical Care, Advanced Imaging & Interventional Radiology, Robotic Surgery, Machine Learning, Data Science, Engineering, Cybersecurity, Ed-Tech tools and many more. Through these immersive learning platforms, students and faculty across SRMS campuses continue to build future-ready skills and stay ahead of the curve. Faculty Development Programs (FDPs) and alumni engagement apps further strengthen the digital ecosystem, enabling 18,000+ alumni globally to stay connected digitally, mentor juniors, and explore job opportunities across the globe. Uday Anand, a B Tech (CS) student, Batch 2022-2026, SRMS CET says, 'Digital literacy isn't just taught here, it's lived. From smart classrooms to real-time learning platforms, the college has prepared us to thrive in a tech-driven world while staying grounded in core values.' Digital Growth with a Human Purpose At SRMS, digital transformation isn't about ticking boxes–it's about making lives better, every day. From chalkboards to smartboards, from registers to real-time dashboards, its institutions have turned the vision of Digital India into everyday reality. Whether it's helping a student learn better, enabling a doctor to save a life faster, or empowering a patient through access to their own health records, it leads with impact. 'We believe digital innovation must be tied to public good–whether it's in education, patient care, or community service. This is what Digital Bharat looks like in action,' says Shri Dev Murti, Founder & Chairman of SRMS Trust. As India enters the next phase of its digital transformation, SRMS continues to invest in scalable, purposeful technology, ensuring that every step forward improves real lives, not just systems. From education to healthcare, the journey is ongoing and rooted in impact. (ADVERTORIAL DISCLAIMER: The above press release has been provided by VMPL. ANI will not be responsible in any way for the content of the same) This story is auto-generated from a syndicated feed. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content.
Mint
6 days ago
- Health
- Mint
Cabinet note to be shortly moved for extending Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission till 2030
New Delhi: The health ministry will shortly circulate a cabinet note for extending the tenure of Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM) till 2030, a government official said. The five-year term of the scheme that aims to create a national digital health ecosystem ends in March next year, with only a third of the initial ₹1,600 crore allocated for the current phase having been spent. An Expenditure Finance Committee (EFC) note will be first moved, following which the cabinet note will be circulated. The National Health Authority (NHA), which implements the mission, recently held discussions with states and union territories on the next phase of ABDM, which will focus on covering more people, onboarding private healthcare providers, and using artificial intelligence (AI) to improve healthcare. ABDM, which was launched in September 2021, has three components—Ayushman Bharat Health Account (ABHA), a digital health ID for each person, and a Health Facility Registry (HFR). 'Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission is making efforts to connect healthcare services across the entire country digitally. With the first phase of ABDM set to finish in March next year, the NHA conducted theconsultation with States on ABDM 2.0" last week, the official said, adding states had a vital role to play in building a collaborative and inclusive digital health ecosystem under ABDM. The official said thatthe focus was on shaping ABDM 2.0 for a 2026-2030 roll-out. 'The talks covered important areas like how to make better use of allocated funds and encourage more people to sign up for digital health records keeper, known as ABHA (Ayushman Bharat Health Account)." More than 790 million ABHA health IDs of have been created under the platform till date and 638 million health records linked to the system. Discussions also touched upon how new technologies like AI could be used to improve healthcare and the need for closer teamwork with states. The main aim is to speed up the pace at which both government and private healthcare providers adopt digital ways of working. 'The NHA is now going to evaluate all the ideas and suggestions, following which they will seek the Expenditure Finance Committee approval for the funds needed to upgrade the digital health initiative, following which Cabinet note will be circulated," the official said. To be sure, only about a third of the initial ₹1,600 crore budget for the current phase has been used so far. The recent meeting is a critical step in building a more efficient and widely available digital healthcare system for everyone in India, making this one of the central government's key initiatives. Notably, 414,864 health facilities and 666,956 healthcare professionals have been verified and are on board ABDM. Queries sent to the health ministry spokesperson remained unanswered till press time. Arpita Mukherjee, professor at the Indian Council for Research on International Economic Relations, said the Indian healthcare system is fragmented and so is the healthcare data. "So, we have to prioritize digitization. The under utilization of the funds in ABDM may be because government health portals are not interconnected," she said. Dr. Harsh Mahajan, founder and chief radiologist, Mahajan Imaging & Labs, said the next phase of the mission will be even more important than the first one. "Bringing private healthcare providers on board and using technologies like artificial intelligence (AI) can improve how we diagnose and treat patients. In diagnostics, for example, AI can help doctors read scans more quickly and spot problems earlier. 'When this is supported by easy access to a patient's health records, it leads to better decisions and faster treatment. This is not just about technology. It is about making healthcare more connected and more focused on the patient," he said.
Time of India
6 days ago
- Health
- Time of India
Wockhardt's Dr. Huzaifa Khorakiwala appointed health advisor to PM of Guinea-Bissau
New Delhi: Dr. Huzaifa Khorakiwala , Executive Director, Wockhardt and CEO of the Wockhardt Foundation, has been appointed health advisor to the Prime Minister of Guinea-Bissau, His Excellency Rui Duarte Barros. It is indicated that in this advisory role he will support Guinea-Bissau in modernising its healthcare infrastructure , improving medicine supply chains, and advancing digital health and telemedicine solutions . According to the company, his approach will draw experience from the scalability of Indian platforms such as the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission, e-Sanjeevani, CoWIN, and the unified health ID system. Dr. Khorakiwala has led several healthcare initiatives aimed at improving access and equity. The collaboration is expected to help Guinea-Bissau adapt India's public health models and pharmaceutical capabilities to its local context. Training programs and capacity-building efforts, supported by Indian stakeholders, are also being implemented to equip Guinea-Bissau's healthcare professionals with the necessary skills to ensure sustainability and long-term impact. Commenting on the development, Dr. Huzaifa Khorakiwala said, "By harnessing India's proven strengths in digital health records, telemedicine, and affordable medicines, we are committed to building a resilient, inclusive healthcare system that leaves no one behind."
Hans India
10-07-2025
- Health
- Hans India
CM for leveraging tech for welfare of people
Vijayawada: Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu reiterated his commitment to leveraging technology to enhance public welfare during a review meeting with the Gates Foundation at the Secretariat on Wednesday. The meeting assessed collaborative programmes in agriculture, education, healthcare, environment, infrastructure, RTGS, Swarnandhra Vision-2047, and governance capacity building. Naidu emphasised that technology's true value lies in improving lives through accessible, efficient services. 'In today's digital age, technology accelerates service delivery, but it must reach every citizen, especially the underprivileged,' he said. By August 15, 95–97 per cent of government services will be online, with initiatives like WhatsApp Governance already in place. He stressed the need to equip citizens to use these services effectively, leveraging the Gates Foundation's global expertise. In healthcare, the Chief Minister highlighted rising costs and proposed technology-driven solutions like digitised health records, regular blood tests for early disease detection, and integration with the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission. He advocated promoting healthy lifestyles through exercise and yoga to prevent illnesses and early intervention for disabilities and nutritional deficiencies via the 'Care and Grow' model. In education, Naidu called for affordable, quality learning through technological innovation to secure students' futures. For agriculture, he emphasized real-time data for soil testing and crop sales to empower farmers with informed choices and fair prices. The Chief minister noted Andhra Pradesh's fourth-place ranking in government employee capacity building, aiming to extend training to the public. He highlighted the state's MedTech Zone for advanced medical equipment and plans for an AI University in Amaravati, seeking Gates Foundation support to realise this vision.
Time of India
05-07-2025
- Health
- Time of India
State begins tech-driven overhaul of health services under
Ranchi: Jharkhand has begun introducing a series of tech-driven reforms in healthcare services aimed at improving accessibility, transparency and efficiency. In this regard, the state-run hospitals are now incorporating QR codes in patient reports, their payments, online medical records, and digital receipt systems. Further, the health department has also rolled out a comprehensive digital initiative to modernise public healthcare under the Mukhyamantri Digital Health Yojana, with the govt approving an estimated outlay of Rs 299.30 crore over five years (2025–26 to 2029–30). Under the scheme, all health institutions are being equipped with high-speed internet, Wi-Fi, enhanced IT hardware like high-end computers, printers, biometric scanners and ABHA card scanners. The Centre for Development of Advanced Computing has been roped in to implement the Hospital Management Information System (HMIS) across the state. Additionally, Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited is responsible for providing Managed Wi-Fi and Internet Leased Line (ILL) services in 562 health institutions under an operating expense model for the next five years. Talking to TOI, additional chief secretary (health) Ajoy Kumar Singh said, "The initiative is designed to make healthcare services more accessible, efficient, affordable and equitable by integrating advanced digital technology. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like An engineer reveals: One simple trick to get internet without a subscription Techno Mag Learn More Undo Emphasising the vision of a welfare state, the scheme aligns with the objectives of the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM) and promotes the use of technology to deliver quality healthcare services, especially in rural and remote areas. " Moreover, a command and control centre equipped with CCTV surveillance will be established at the state headquarters, medical colleges and all district hospitals. A central dashboard integrating health information management, enhanced recovery protocol, combined symptoms and medication score and electronic health records will also be developed for real-time monitoring and policy planning. The scheme sets out multiple objectives such as implementing Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission standards, enabling telemedicine, automating diagnostic services, streamlining hospital operations, and ensuring real-time data management. It also aims to offer 24x7 emergency consultations and digital referrals to higher medical centres. The implementation will follow a structured timeline. Joint secretary Bidyanand Sharma Pankaj said, "In the first year, digital health infrastructure will be installed in all medical colleges and district hospitals. In the second year, the focus will shift to sub-divisional hospitals, community health centres, and primary health centres, while subsequent years will focus on capacity building and maintenance. " Doctors have also expressed support for the initiative, saying technology and AI would significantly assist them in their work. Dr Vijay Mishra, the director at the Bhagwan Mahavir Medica Hospital, said, "Technology and digitisation have already made a big leap in diagnostics, especially in ophthalmology and internal medicine. It helps doctors reach quicker and more accurate conclusions." Dr Gagan Gunjan of the emergency department at Rims, said, "Digitisation is becoming the next big revolution in healthcare just like penicillin once was. From OPD to complex decision-making, it's transforming how we treat and interact with patients." Dr Vivek Kumar David, an orthopaedist at Paras Hospital, said, "Technology combined brings unmatched precision in surgeries. It guides surgical cuts and implant placement better than the human eye ever could." Meanwhile, a total of 54 technical experts and additional staff will be hired through contractual arrangements to augment the state's healthcare. An annual budget of Rs 15 crore has been allocated for human resources and Rs 10 crore for training and awareness for over five years. The state govt has also approved a budget of Rs 4921.28 lakh for IT hardware, Rs 11,711.78 lakh for wifFi infrastructure, Rs 2385.87 lakh for HMIS implementation, Rs 7052.19 lakh for CCTV-based control centres, and Rs 1359.6 lakh for the development and operation of the central monitoring dashboard. Moreover, Ranchi sadar hospital has already implemented a QR code-enabled system under its Laboratory Information and Management System (LIMS), and allows patients to access diagnostic reports online. Each sample vial will carry a QR code linked to patient details, making it possible to download reports from home without revisiting the hospital.
