Update on the U‑WIN Portal As of 18 March 2026 , the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW) reported that 11.87 crore children and 3.96 crore pregnant women are registered on the U‑WIN portal. The data were disclosed in a written reply by the Union Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare , Anupriya Patel , in the Rajya Sabha. Key Developments (2025‑2026) By the end of 2025, 8.01 crore beneficiaries had been registered on the portal. After each vaccination, beneficiaries can download a QR code‑based vaccination certificate from the portal. The portal generates automated line‑listing of children due for doses and sends SMS alerts for follow‑up. Non‑attending beneficiaries are flagged for targeted outreach in subsequent sessions. Important Facts The digital architecture of U‑WIN enables: Real‑time mapping of immunisation status across the country. Generation of electronic certificates that reduce paperwork and improve verification. Data‑driven planning for vaccine supply and cold‑chain logistics. Enhanced accountability through audit trails of each vaccination event. UPSC Relevance Understanding the scale and digitalisation of India’s immunisation programme is crucial for: GS‑1 (Health) : Evaluating public‑health outcomes, disease‑prevention strategies, and the role of technology in health delivery. GS‑2 (Polity) : Analysing the functioning of central ministries, inter‑ministerial coordination, and parliamentary oversight mechanisms. GS‑3 (Technology & Governance) : Assessing e‑governance initiatives, data‑security considerations, and the impact of digital tools on service delivery. Way Forward To maximise the benefits of the U‑WIN system, the government may consider: Integrating the portal with state‑level health information systems for seamless data flow. Strengthening internet connectivity in remote areas to ensure all beneficiaries can access their certificates. Conducting periodic audits to verify data accuracy and prevent duplication. Expanding the portal’s functionality to include other preventive health services such as antenatal care tracking. These steps would reinforce India’s commitment to universal immunisation, improve health‑outcome monitoring, and showcase a model of digital governance for other sectors.