The platform was unveiled during the “National Summit on Innovation and Inclusivity — Best Practices Shaping India’s Health Future.” JANANI is a service‑oriented digital platform that comprehensively monitors and maintains longitudinal digital health records of women across the continuum of care — from pregnancy through delivery, postnatal recovery, newborn care, home‑based young child care, and family planning services.
Why JANANI matters — Key features students must remember
| Aspect | Details | Exam Relevance |
|---|---|---|
| Full form | Journey of Antenatal, Natal & Neonatal Integrated Care | Frequently asked in OPSC/UPSC Prelims |
| Parent platform | Upgraded version of the existing Reproductive & Child Health (RCH) Portal | Shows policy evolution; previous portal was launched by MoHFW |
| QR‑enabled MCH Cards | Provides portability and instant access to health records across any facility in the country | Connects to Digital India and Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM) |
| High‑risk alerts | Automated alerts for high‑risk pregnancies + real‑time due‑list generation for ASHA/ANM workers | Demonstrates use of AI/ML in preventive healthcare |
| Interoperability | Integrates with U‑WIN (vaccination portal) and POSHAN (nutrition tracker) | Shows inter‑sectoral convergence — a favourite Mains topic |
| Beneficiary identification | Registration via ABHA, Aadhaar (OTP + biometric), mobile number with pan‑India search | Ensures continuity for migrant populations and prevents duplication |
| Self‑registration | Available on web & mobile; beneficiaries can access digital MCH cards, find nearby facilities, get nutritional guidance | Promotes citizen‑centric governance and health literacy |
