ABDM — Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission: Complete 101 Guide
Last updated: March 2026
What is ABDM?
ABDM (Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission) is India’s national digital health ecosystem that aims to create a unified health ID for every citizen and connect healthcare providers digitally.
Objectives
- Universal health IDs
- Healthcare records digitization
- Interoperable health data
- Telemedicine promotion
Key Components
| Component | Purpose |
|---|---|
| ABHA | Unique health ID for citizens |
| Health Repository | PHR apps store records |
| Healthcare Professionals Registry | Doctor verification |
| Facility Registry | Hospital verification |
ABHA (Ayushman Bharat Health Account)
What is ABHA?
14-digit unique health account number that allows citizens to store and share their health records digitally.
Benefits
- Portable health records
- Consent-based sharing
- Doctor consultation history
- Prescription storage
How ABDM Works
Health Record Access
| |
Key Players
| Entity | Role |
|---|---|
| NHA | Mission controller |
| State Mission | Implementation |
| Healthcare Providers | Data providers |
| PHR Apps | Record storage |
Privacy & Security
Data Protection
- Consent-based sharing
- Encryption of health data
- Audit trails
- Right to opt-out
Consumer Rights
- Control over health data
- Know who accessed records
- Revoke consent anytime
- File complaints with NHA