Further to the Union Budget announced by Honorable Minister Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman. Dr. Prathap C Reddy, Founder and Chairman, Apollo Hospitals, has spoken on the Union Budget, “Over the last decade, we have laid a robust foundation, bringing modern diagnostics, preventive healthcare, and cutting-edge developments in medical technology to patients across India.”
He also said, “The announcement to promote medical tourism through private sector partnerships will enhance our capacity to attract global patients and position India as the go-to destination for affordable, world-class medical care under the ‘Heal in India’ mission. The setting up of 200 Daycare Cancer Centers in district hospitals and the inclusion of critical medicines for rare diseases, cancer, and severe chronic conditions under custom duty exemptions are commendable steps.”
He also shares, “The focus on skilling healthcare professionals in emerging technologies through the establishment of National Centers of Excellence and 50,000 Atal Tinkering Labs will empower the next generation of medical innovators and startups. Simplified compliance processes for startups will also boost health-tech innovation, enhancing our ability to develop cutting-edge solutions for patient care.”
