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United News of India
10 hours ago
- Health
- United News of India
Bihar tops the nation in digital healthcare, with over 90 per cent health facilities almost paperless
Patna, June 8 (UNI) With 92 per cent of health facilities almost going paperless, Bihar has emerged as the national frontrunner in digital transformation in healthcare, achieving the number one rank in the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM) implementation. The state is setting new benchmarks in accessible and efficient public health delivery, with a remarkable 92 per cent online OPD registration rate at government health facilities and the highest number of QR code scans for patient check-ins CEO of Bihar Swasthya Suraksha Samiti, Shashank Shekhar Sinha, highlighted the state's achievements and said that the state not only leads in QR code scans for OPD registration but also tops the country in the number of Electronic Health Records (e-prescriptions) generated. He further noted that Bihar has received the highest incentives under the Central Government's Digital Health Incentive Scheme (DHIS), which are being reinvested to strengthen the state's digital health infrastructure. State Health Committee Administrative Officer Rajesh Kumar said that the state's BHAVYA (Bihar Health Applications Visionary Yojana for All) model, aligned with ABDM, has redefined healthcare accessibility and monitoring across the state. According to Kumar, paperless health facilities under digital healthcare were possible following the 'Scan and Share' initiative under ABDM, which allows patients to scan a QR code at the entry of a health facility and directly proceed to a consultation without the hassle of long queues or paperwork. This simple yet revolutionary step, along with widespread adoption of ABHA IDs (Ayushman Bharat Health Account), has dramatically reduced patient turnaround time in government hospitals, from over an hour earlier to an average of just 45 minutes now, covering consultation to medicine disbursal. Kumar further said that Bihar's state-of-the-art Command and Control Centre, a technological nerve centre in the state capital, monitors real-time feeds from all district hospitals and health facilities across the state. It ensures prompt alerts, compliance monitoring, and smooth operations at all levels. This setup is further backed by District Command Centres and Data Analytics Units, allowing proactive identification and management of potential health emergencies by tracking disease trends and patient data in real time. Meanwhile, a nine-member delegation recently visited Bihar on a three-day tour of the state to understand the scale and impact of this digital leap. During interaction with patients at the Community Health Centre (CHC) in Silao in Nalanda district, the patients lauded the convenience and efficiency of the new digital process, describing it as a complete overhaul of the previous cumbersome system. UNI RS BD
Business Upturn
20-05-2025
- Business
- Business Upturn
Unicommerce and Tata 1mg partner to streamline e-commerce operations
India's online healthcare and pharmacy sector continues to expand rapidly, driven by growing digital adoption and increased demand for accessible medical solutions. In a strategic move to enhance its backend e-commerce infrastructure, digital healthcare provider Tata 1mg has partnered with Unicommerce, an e-commerce enablement SaaS platform, to improve operational efficiency. The collaboration focuses on automating Tata 1mg's order processing and inventory management. Unicommerce's platform enables real-time tracking of stock levels, demand forecasting, and reduced overstocking—key factors in ensuring consistent product availability across over 1,000 cities in India. Tata 1mg offers a wide range of branded products in categories such as nutritional supplements, medical devices, orthopaedic aids, personal care, and Ayurveda. These products are distributed through its own website and various online marketplaces. To support its growing online presence, Tata 1mg has implemented Unicommerce's multi-channel order management and warehouse management systems. These tools help standardize and streamline order fulfilment processes across platforms, aiming to improve delivery speed and accuracy. Additionally, Unicommerce's batching system supports the identification and management of expired or defective products. Features such as expiry alerts and batch-level tracking help initiate recalls or prioritize the sale of soon-to-expire items, reducing waste and ensuring regulatory compliance. India's e-pharmacy market was valued at USD 394.09 million in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 801.34 million by 2030. Key growth drivers include the convenience of online medicine delivery and increasing internet penetration in tier-1 and tier-2 cities. Government initiatives like the Digital Health Incentive Scheme (DHIS) further support this growth by promoting the adoption of digital technologies among hospitals, clinics, and healthcare startups. Aman Shukla is a post-graduate in mass communication . A media enthusiast who has a strong hold on communication ,content writing and copy writing. Aman is currently working as journalist at
