Poshan Tracker Wins PM’s Award for Excellence in Public Administration

The Poshan Tracker, a mobile-based digital platform, has revolutionized how nutritional and child care services are delivered and monitored across India.

In a proud moment for the Ministry of Women and Child Development (MWCD), Secretary Shri Anil Malik was today honored with the Prime Minister’s Award for Excellence in Public Administration under the Innovation (Central) category. The award was presented by Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi at the Civil Services Day celebrations in New Delhi. The recognition marks a significant achievement for the Ministry, particularly for its transformative digital initiative — the Poshan Tracker.

A Leap Forward in Child Nutrition and Monitoring

The Poshan Tracker, a mobile-based digital platform, has revolutionized how nutritional and child care services are delivered and monitored across India. Developed as part of the POSHAN Abhiyaan (Prime Minister’s Overarching Scheme for Holistic Nutrition), the application empowers Anganwadi workers — frontline field staff — to record, track, and manage real-time data on service delivery, beneficiary health metrics, and nutritional support.

Shri Anil Malik, in his acceptance speech, emphasized the importance of innovation in social welfare delivery. “The Poshan Tracker stands as a testament to the government's commitment to digital governance and ensuring that no child is left behind when it comes to nutrition. This recognition belongs to the Anganwadi workers and supervisors on the ground, who are the backbone of this system.”

Key Features and Achievements of the Poshan Tracker

Since its rollout, the Poshan Tracker has recorded over 8 crore beneficiaries, including children, pregnant women, and lactating mothers. The platform integrates with the Aadhaar database, ensuring accurate identification and duplication checks, and also geo-tags Anganwadi centers for better monitoring.

• Real-Time Monitoring: Enables real-time entry and access to data on nutrition services.

• Automated Alerts: Flags delays, low birth weights, and undernutrition cases for immediate action.

• Digital Growth Charts: Tracks child growth parameters using WHO standards.

• Inventory Management: Helps centers maintain stock and avoid service disruptions.

• Empowered Workforce: Anganwadi workers use smartphones to streamline their daily reporting and reduce paperwork.

The use of cloud technology and AI-based dashboards allows state and national authorities to make informed decisions, target resources, and plan interventions with unprecedented accuracy.

Transforming the Anganwadi Ecosystem

The Poshan Tracker not only digitized but also strengthened transparency and accountability within the Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) framework. Through the platform, data-driven policymaking is now possible in areas where nutritional deficits are highest. Furthermore, the initiative has become a model for other countries seeking to digitally transform public health delivery systems.

PM Modi, while handing over the award, applauded the Ministry’s efforts to harness technology for social impact. “Innovation must not remain in laboratories. It should touch the lives of the common people — especially our children. The Poshan Tracker is a shining example of this philosophy in action,” he said.

Looking Ahead

Building on its success, the Ministry is now working to integrate health and immunization data, and further develop AI-powered predictive analytics to flag malnutrition risks early. Training programs for Anganwadi workers are also being expanded, ensuring they are equipped with the skills and tools to use the technology effectively.

The Prime Minister’s Award not only celebrates the success of the Poshan Tracker, but also reflects a broader commitment to improving the health and development outcomes of women and children across India.

With its user-friendly interface, deep analytics, and inclusive design, the Poshan Tracker is not just an app — it's a movement towards a malnutrition-free India.