The Ministry of Ayush has developed the Ayush Anudan Portal to support the digital implementation, monitoring and dissemination of information related to selected government schemes in the AYUSH sector. The National Commission for Indian System of Medicine (NCISM) has issued an official communication about the portal and its dedicated Center of Excellence (CoE) and Research & Innovation (R&I) dashboards.
The platform aims to improve access to information about government-supported research activities, institutional development and other initiatives under the relevant schemes.
What Is the Ayush Anudan Portal?
The Ayush Anudan Portal was developed under the Ministry of Ayush’s Ayush Grid initiative, which supports digital services and information systems for the AYUSH sector.
According to the NCISM notice, the portal is intended to facilitate transparent and efficient implementation, monitoring and dissemination of information related to selected central government schemes implemented by the Ministry of Ayush.
The notice identifies two schemes associated with the portal:
- Ayurswasthya Yojana
- Ayurgyan Scheme
These schemes support activities across the AYUSH sector, including institutional development, capacity building, research and innovation, subject to the respective scheme guidelines.
By bringing relevant information together on a digital platform, the portal aims to make details about supported activities easier to access.
Two Dashboards Showcase Research and Institutional Development
The NCISM notice identifies two dedicated dashboards integrated with the Ayush Anudan Portal: the Center of Excellence Dashboard and the Research & Innovation Dashboard.
1. Center of Excellence Dashboard
The Center of Excellence (CoE) Dashboard is intended to provide information about supported institutions and the outcomes of Center of Excellence projects.
According to the NCISM notice, the dashboard displays information related to publications, research facilities and AYUSH infrastructure upgraded with support under the relevant schemes.
Center of Excellence initiatives generally aim to strengthen institutional capabilities in specific areas. Depending on the approved project, this may involve improving research facilities, educational infrastructure, specialised services or institutional capacity.
The dashboard can serve as a starting point for institutions, researchers and others interested in exploring government-supported AYUSH development projects.
2. Research & Innovation Dashboard
The Research & Innovation (R&I) Dashboard provides information about research activities supported through Ministry of Ayush schemes.
Research and innovation can contribute to the development of healthcare systems by documenting existing practices, investigating research questions, evaluating methods and identifying areas requiring further study.
The dashboard is designed to display publications and other outputs associated with supported research activities.
However, the presence of a project or publication on a government dashboard should not automatically be interpreted as proof that a treatment or intervention is clinically effective. Research findings must be assessed in the context of their methodology, quality, limitations and supporting evidence.
How Can Digital Information Improve Transparency?
Government grant programmes may involve several stages, including applications, assessment, approval, funding and monitoring. Organised and accessible information can help institutions and other stakeholders understand publicly supported activities.
The stated objectives of the Ayush Anudan Portal include improving transparency, efficiency and digital monitoring. Its dedicated dashboards may also make it easier to explore information about research activities and infrastructure development supported under the relevant schemes.
Access to information about funded projects can help institutions, researchers and students understand the types of activities supported by the Ministry of Ayush.
The portal’s practical value will depend on the completeness, accuracy, accessibility and regular updating of the information it provides.
Ayurswasthya Yojana and Ayurgyan Scheme: Key Details
The NCISM notice identifies the Ayurswasthya Yojana and Ayurgyan Scheme as the schemes associated with the portal.
Ayurswasthya Yojana
The Ministry of Ayush’s scheme information describes support for AYUSH-related public health activities and institutional strengthening. The scheme also includes a Center of Excellence component.
The specific activities eligible for support depend on the applicable scheme guidelines and approved project conditions.
Ayurgyan Scheme
The Ayurgyan Scheme supports activities such as capacity building, continuing medical education, research and innovation in the AYUSH sector, subject to the relevant provisions.
The two schemes have different objectives and eligibility requirements. Institutions and prospective applicants should consult the latest official guidelines for information about funding conditions, application procedures, eligible activities and deadlines.
Who Can Benefit From the Portal?
The portal and its dashboards may be useful to several groups:
- AYUSH institutions: Explore information about supported projects and institutional development.
- Researchers and research organisations: Access information about research and innovation activities.
- Students and academics: Find publicly listed information about projects, publications and research facilities.
- Healthcare professionals: Follow developments in AYUSH research and institutional capacity.
- Policymakers and the public: Review information about selected government-supported activities.
The exact functions and information available to users may vary. Readers should consult the official platform for the latest details.
How to Access the Ayush Anudan Portal and Dashboards
Readers can use the following links to access the portal and its dashboards:
- Ayush Anudan Portal: https://anudan.ayush.gov.in/
- Center of Excellence Dashboard: https://anudan.ayush.gov.in/coe_dashbord
- Research & Innovation Dashboard: https://anudan.ayush.gov.in/rni_dashboard
Institutions interested in applying for grants should not assume that the availability of the portal means applications are currently open. They should check the relevant scheme guidelines, eligibility criteria, application windows and official announcements before proceeding.
Important Points for Readers
The NCISM notice explains the purpose of the Ayush Anudan Portal and the information its dashboards are intended to display. However, the notice does not specify the update frequency of each dashboard, provide a complete list of projects or confirm the status of every grant and institutional development activity.
Information displayed on a dashboard should therefore be interpreted in context. A listed project, facility or publication does not, by itself, establish the clinical effectiveness of an AYUSH intervention.
Researchers and healthcare professionals should review the underlying publications and supporting evidence when evaluating scientific findings. Applicants should base funding-related decisions on the latest official scheme guidelines and notices.
Conclusion
The Ayush Anudan Portal is a digital initiative of the Ministry of Ayush intended to support transparency, implementation and monitoring of selected government schemes in the AYUSH sector.
Its Center of Excellence and Research & Innovation dashboards aim to bring together information about supported institutions, publications, research facilities and infrastructure development.
The platform offers institutions, researchers, students and the public a way to explore information about government-supported AYUSH activities. Its effectiveness will depend on the quality, accessibility and timeliness of the information made available.
Source: National Commission for Indian System of Medicine (NCISM), official notice titled “Letter regarding Ayush Anudan Portal and CoE & R&I Dashboards.”
