In 2026, Ritu Maheshwari is serving as Secretary, Medical Health & Family Welfare, Government of Uttar Pradesh, and is also linked with Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission Uttar Pradesh.

IAS Ritu Maheshwari spoke at the India AI Impact Summit 2026 and highlighted how Health Digital Public Infrastructure, data-driven governance, hospital information systems, and AI can improve healthcare delivery in Uttar Pradesh.

Ritu Maheshwari was associated with the Uttar Pradesh AI & Health Innovation Conference held in Lucknow in January 2026, where the focus was on technology, treatment, and trust in the healthcare system.