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India to Build 5 Regional Medical Hubs, Boost AYUSH in Major Tourism Push

The Union Budget announced plans to establish five Regional Medical Hubs across India to promote Medical Value Tourism. These integrated complexes will combine AYUSH centres, tourism facilitation, and advanced diagnostics. The initiative also includes setting up new Ayurveda institutes and upgrading pharmacies and labs to strengthen the AYUSH ecosystem. These measures aim to generate healthcare employment and establish India as a global hub for holistic healthcare.

Key Points: India Announces 5 Regional Medical Hubs to Boost Medical Tourism

  • 5 new Regional Medical Hubs
  • Boost for AYUSH sector & research
  • Enhanced medical tourism & employment
  • Upgraded WHO Centre in Jamnagar
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Government to establish Regional Medical Hubs to boost Medical Value Tourism

Union Budget proposes 5 Regional Medical Hubs & AYUSH upgrades to position India as a global Medical Value Tourism destination.

"To promote India as a preferred destination for medical tourism services - AYUSH Press Release"

New Delhi, February 1

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, while presenting the Union Budget on Sunday, announced a series of transformative measures aimed at positioning India as a global hub for Medical Value Tourism and strengthening the AYUSH ecosystem with a focus on quality, research, employment generation and global outreach, AYUSH said in a press release.

To promote India as a preferred destination for medical tourism services, the Government has proposed to support States in establishing five Regional Medical Hubs, in partnership with the private sector. These hubs will function as integrated healthcare complexes, combining medical services, education and research facilities under one umbrella.

The proposed Medical Hubs will house AYUSH Centres, Medical Value Tourism Facilitation Centres, and advanced infrastructure for diagnostics, post-treatment care and rehabilitation. Besides enhancing patient experience for international and domestic visitors, these hubs are expected to generate diverse employment opportunities for healthcare professionals, including doctors and Allied Health Professionals (AHPs).

Highlighting India's leadership in traditional medicine, the Finance Minister noted that Yoga gained global recognition after being taken to the United Nations by the Prime Minister, while Ayurveda witnessed renewed global acceptance in the post-COVID period. The growing international demand for AYUSH products is also benefiting farmers cultivating medicinal plants and youth engaged in processing and value addition.

To further strengthen the AYUSH sector and meet global demand, the Union Budget proposes the following initiatives:

Setting up of three new All India Institutes of Ayurveda to expand quality education, clinical care and research.

Upgradation of AYUSH pharmacies and Drug Testing Laboratories to ensure higher standards of quality, certification and availability of skilled manpower.

Upgradation of the WHO Global Traditional Medicine Centre, Jamnagar, to bolster evidence-based research, training and global awareness in traditional medicine systems.

These initiatives reaffirm the Government's commitment to integrating traditional wisdom with modern healthcare frameworks, enhancing India's soft power, and establishing the country as a trusted global destination for holistic and evidence-based healthcare.

- ANI

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Sarah B
As someone who works in healthcare admin, the focus on employment generation for Allied Health Professionals is crucial. We need more trained technicians, nurses, and rehab specialists. Hope the execution matches the plan.
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Priya S
Wonderful to see AYUSH getting this push! My family swears by Ayurveda for wellness. But I really hope the upgradation of drug testing labs ensures strict quality control. We can't afford any compromise on safety standards for our traditional medicines.
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Rohit P
Good initiative, but my humble request: please don't let these hubs become like the super-specialty hospitals in metros that are unaffordable for the common Indian. The 'value' in Medical Value Tourism should also benefit domestic patients.
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Karthik V
The part about benefiting farmers cultivating medicinal plants is key for rural economy. This can be a sustainable livelihood if managed properly. Hope they set up strong supply chains and fair pricing.
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Michael C
Integrating post-treatment care and rehabilitation into the hubs is a smart move. That's often the weak link for medical tourists. A seamless experience from surgery to recovery will build India's reputation as a complete destination.

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