New Delhi, Aug. 12 -- India is preparing to host its first-ever digital health expo, similar to automobile and defence shows, to showcase the country's growing strength in healthcare technology.

The National Health Authority (NHA), under the Union health ministry, will host the event as part of its Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM). Since its September 2021 launch, the mission has been creating a digital health ecosystem in the country. A core component is the Ayushman Bharat Health Account (ABHA) ID, a unique health number for every citizen.

The expo will be held on the anniversary of the ABDM, which is celebrated annually as 'Arogya Manthan', said an official familiar with the plans. "This expo is a chance for people from all ove...