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IIT Kanpur
State-of-the-art health app designed to bridge the gap in Medical Services
15 Jan, 2025 | Research & Innovation
The Uttar Pradesh Government, in collaboration with IIT Kanpur, is revolutionizing healthcare by introducing a state-of-the-art health app designed to bridge the gap in medical services, especially in rural areas. This innovative app will provide real-time updates on doctor availability, including private practitioners, and allow users to receive prescriptions and medicines directly through the app or even via WhatsApp. Payments for medical services can be seamlessly made using UPI, ensuring convenience for all. With this initiative, healthcare access will become easier for the 25.95 crore population projected in UP by 2036, particularly benefiting over 77% of rural inhabitants.
This app also features tools for monitoring diseases and conducting digital health check-ups, making healthcare accessible right from the comfort of one's home. The government's efforts, supported by CSR initiatives, aim to empower the common people by eliminating the need for long hospital visits and making health services available at their fingertips. This transformative step marks a significant milestone in improving public health and ensuring medical care reaches even the remotest corners of the state.
This project has been established by the generous support from ICICI Foundation for Inclusive Growth.