About us

Empowering Public Health Through Data-Driven Solutions and Innovation

Over the last two decades, HISP India has sought to firmly establish itself as a leading public health informatics partner. It uniquely blends rigorous research and education, advanced digital solutions based on free and open-source software platforms, and targeted capacity-building initiatives to tackle public health challenges in India and globally, focussing on South Asia.

As a non-profit organization, HISP India has successfully developed engagement models while operating in a market increasingly dominated by large IT companies. The distinctive model, which integrates health system strengthening, research, and education, has enabled HISP India to establish a unique position and become a model for how non-profit organizations can contribute to the strengthening of public systems. This model is underpinned by the principle of upholding sovereignty in funding and data management, prioritizing data confidentiality and state ownership, which reduces dependencies on donor grants and the associated challenges.

Our Philosophy

Technologies on their own can do little if they are not supported by networks of people, practices, and institutions within frameworks of solidarity and collaboration.

Anchoring Philosophies

Anchoring philosophies guide HISP India to maintain the philosophical position on which we were designed to exist.

Our Vision

HISP India envisions a world where advanced health informatics, driven by community collaboration and innovation, ensures global public health equity.

Our Mission

HISP India's objective is to empower countries, organisations, and stakeholders by leveraging innovative health informatics and sustainable open-source solutions.

Our Journey .

2000

Establishment of HISP India

HISP India began in 2000 in Kuppam, Andhra Pradesh, founded by Prof. Sundeep Sahay. Initially a small group, it evolved into an NGO and expanded to Gujarat and Jharkhand.

2005

DHIS2 and India

A landmark development in HISP India's history was the birth of DHIS2 in 2005, which was globally first piloted in Kerala, a Southern State in India. This was a significant milestone, marking the conceptualisation and testing of DHIS2 within India.

2007

Reformed as a national NGO

In 2007, it was restructured as the national NGO "Society for Health Information Systems Program," supported by seed funding from the University of Oslo, solidifying its mission and operations.

2016

ISO

HISP India achieved ISO 9001:2015 certification. This significant accomplishment demonstrated HISP’s commitment to Quality Management, Customer Focus, Process Improvement and Risk Management.

2018

DSIR

HISP India received recognition from the Department of Scientific & Industrial Research (DSIR), Government of India. This recognition signifies that HISP India has an established and recognised Research and Development (R&D) unit.

2021

Establishment of the HISP Asia Hub

With support from the Global Fund, the HISP Asia Hub was established to strengthen regional collaboration in health information systems. Led by HISP India, the Asia Hub now includes five member groups: HISP Bangladesh, HISP Indonesia, HISP Sri Lanka, HISP Vietnam, and HISP MENA (Middle East and North Africa).

2022

REAC

HISP India established the Research Ethics Advisory Committee (REAC) for ethical review of research proposals, including informed consents, and risk assessments.

2024

POSH

HISP India is committed to a safe and respectful workplace. In compliance with the POSH Act, 2013, an Internal Committee (IC) has been formed to address sexual harassment concerns. Employees are encouraged to Speak Up & Speak Out.

ANCHORING PHILOSOPHIES .

Sovereignty

HISP India places a strong emphasis on sovereignty, both in terms of funding and data management. Distinct from many organisations that rely on donor funding, HISP India is self-sustaining, deriving all of its funding from project-based work with organisations. This independence extends to data sovereignty as well; HISP India acts solely as a curator of data for governments, maintaining strict confidentiality and never owning or sharing the data. This ensures that all data remains the property of the state and its citizens, reinforcing our commitment to respecting and protecting data integrity.

Reciprocity and Mutuality

In our research collaborations, HISP India strongly emphasises the principles of reciprocity and mutuality, ensuring that we engage as equal partners in the outcomes, not merely as data managers. These principles are deeply interwoven with our core values of sovereignty, self-reliance, and state ownership, and they are actively safeguarded in our daily operations. Upholding these values is fundamental to our approach, fostering a collaborative environment where mutual respect and shared benefits drive our engagements and contribute to sustainable, impactful results.

Competence and Trust

In our 25 years of operation, HISP India embodies competence and professionalism. We have established robust governance, budgeting, and accounting systems, all underscored by stringent quality certifications. Our organisation holds government certification for research and upholds a dedicated research ethics committee, ensuring that all engagements are managed with the utmost integrity. These well-founded systems cultivate deep trust among our partners and stakeholders, making HISP India a recurrent choice for health informatics management. Systems bring in trust.

Leadership Team

Arunima Mukherjee

Research Advisor

Saurabh Leekha

Cheif Executive Officer

Mithilesh Thakur

Head - Technical Systems

Rashi Banta

Sr. Advisor - Project Operations

Chahat Narula

Head - Project Operations

Gitika Arora

Head - Health Systems

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