PAIMANA Portal

Why in News ?

The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) has launched a new web-based portal named PAIMANA for mandatory monitoring of Central Sector infrastructure projects with a project cost of ₹150 crore or more.

Full Form of PAIMANA

Project Appraisal, Infrastructure Monitoring And Nalytics for Nation Assistance

What is the PAIMANA Portal ?

• A flagship digital initiative of MoSPI
• Acts as a national-level centralized repository
• Developed for monitoring, evaluation, and analysis of large infrastructure projects

Objectives

• Ensure timely and effective monitoring of infrastructure projects
• Improve data accuracy and operational efficiency
• Enable web-based analytical reports to support policy formulation

Coverage

• Central Sector infrastructure projects
• Projects with an estimated cost of ₹150 crore and above

Technical Integration

• Integrated through API with the Integrated Project Monitoring Portal (IPMP / IIG-PMG) of Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT)

Key Features of PAIMANA Portal

1. Centralized Project Monitoring

• Provides a single-window interface
• Enables ministries, departments, and implementing agencies to:
  • Upload project data
  • Track progress
  • Review implementation status

2. Real-Time Dashboards

• Equipped with drill-down capabilities
• Allows monitoring:
  • Sector-wise
  • State-wise
  • Time-period wise

3. Advanced Data Analytics

• Advanced analytical tools
• Interactive dashboards
• Role-based user access for enhanced security and accountability

Significance

• Helps control project delays and cost overruns
• Enhances transparency and accountability
• Strengthens digital governance
• Supports national infrastructure development planning