From COVID-19 contact tracing to Personal Health Record application
Works under Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM)
ABDM Numbers (as of June 2026):
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90+ crore ABHA accounts
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380+ million ABHA Health IDs
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4,80,000+ registered health facilities
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9,50,000+ registered doctors
New Systems Launched:
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National Health Claims Exchange (NHCX)
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Drug Registry
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Common LOINC Codes for India (CLCI)
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Bharat Health Terminology Service (BHTS)
Important Terms:
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ABHA: Ayushman Bharat Health Account
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LOINC: Logical Observation Identifiers Names and Codes
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NABH: National Accreditation Board for Hospitals and Healthcare Providers
Registration Rule Change:
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. What is Aarogya Setu 2.0?
Aarogya Setu 2.0 is the new version of the app that helps you manage your health records digitally. It has changed from a COVID-19 tracking app to a Personal Health Record application.
2. What is ABHA?
ABHA stands for Ayushman Bharat Health Account. It is like a digital health locker where you can store all your medical records. You can create it through the Aarogya Setu 2.0 app.
3. Who launched Aarogya Setu 2.0?
Union Health Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda launched the app on June 29, 2026 at Vigyan Bhawan in New Delhi.
4. What is the National Health Claims Exchange?
It is a system that makes health insurance claims faster and more accurate. It connects hospitals and insurance companies to settle claims quickly.
5. Do I have to pay to use Aarogya Setu 2.0?
No, the app is free to use. It is a government initiative to make digital health services accessible to all citizens.
Month: Current Affairs - Jun 29, 2026
Category: Digital India Initiatives