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Digital Healthcare Transformation in Rural Haryana, India: Infrastructure, Impact, and Future Pathways offers a comprehensive examination of how digital technologies are reshaping rural healthcare delivery in one of India’s most dynamic states. Situated at the intersection of public health, technology, and governance, this book critically analyzes the structural, institutional, and socio-economic dimensions of digital health transformation in rural Haryana. The volume explores the evolution of digital health infrastructure, including telemedicine platforms, electronic health records, mobile health applications, and data-driven decision systems. It assesses how national initiatives such as the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission intersect with state-level implementation strategies to strengthen primary healthcare systems. Through evidence-based analysis, the book evaluates measurable impacts on healthcare access, service efficiency, maternal and child health outcomes, and chronic disease management in underserved communities. Beyond technological deployment, the book investigates challenges related to digital literacy, infrastructure gaps, equity, gender disparities, and data governance. It highlights the role of frontline health workers, institutional capacity-building, and public–private partnerships in enabling sustainable transformation. Ethical considerations, cybersecurity concerns, and regulatory frameworks are examined to provide a balanced and policy-relevant perspective. Drawing on empirical insights and case-based discussions, this work proposes a strategic roadmap for scaling digital healthcare in rural India. It presents Haryana as both a case study and a replicable model for other states seeking to modernize public health systems while ensuring inclusivity and accountability. Designed for researchers, policymakers, administrators, and development practitioners, this book contributes to ongoing debates on digital public infrastructure and equitable health system reform. It demonstrates that digital transformation, when thoughtfully implemented, can move beyond technological adoption to become a catalyst for systemic rural healthcare advancement.