Hridaya trains ASHA workers and self-help groups in ECG screening and teleconsultation to improve cardiac healthcare access for rural women.

Heartnet India, an IoT-driven cardiac healthcare solution, conducted Hridaya, a women’s cardiac health initiative, to enhance early detection and accessibility of essential cardiac care for women in rural areas. The initiative trained 700-800 ASHA workers and members of eight self-help groups in cardiac screening and ECG monitoring, introducing IoT-enabled devices for improved healthcare access.

Heartnet India announced Hridaya on 8 March, coinciding with International Women’s Day. The programme introduced women, local doctors, and ASHA workers to remote teleconsultation and monitoring. BKR Clinic and Diagnostic Center collaborated with Heartnet India for the initiative. On 21 March, ASHA workers were trained in ECG monitoring, enabling them to conduct preliminary screenings. The training sessions were led by Dr Shantanu Maity, Dr Neelanjana Ghosh, and their team.

Screenings were conducted on 22 March, with 15 women undergoing tests. The results highlighted the need for early intervention in rural cardiac care. Members of the RMP Doctor Association participated in the initiative, reinforcing a collaborative approach to strengthening rural healthcare. Local doctors and ASHA workers acknowledged the potential of IoT-enabled devices and teleconsultation platforms in reducing hospital visits and enabling faster diagnoses.

Dr Shantanu Maity, Consultant Gynaecologist, said, “Rural women often face undiagnosed cardiac issues due to limited access to screenings. Hridaya equips ASHA workers with vital tools and training, bringing life-saving healthcare solutions closer to those who need them most.”

Arindam Sen, CEO and Director of Heartnet India, added, “Hridaya is transforming rural cardiac care through technology, training, and telehealth solutions. The positive response from healthcare workers underscores the need for such initiatives. By empowering ASHA workers with IoT-enabled devices, we are enabling faster diagnoses and reducing unnecessary hospital visits. Our goal is to expand this model across more rural communities.”

Looking ahead, 20 additional IoT-enabled devices will be deployed on 15 April, marking the official launch of a large-scale cardiac check-up initiative. Heartnet India plans to expand this model to other rural regions, strengthening technology-driven cardiac care in underserved areas.