Dr. Harshit Jain, Founder & Global CEO, Doceree
“The Union Budget 2025-26 lays a solid groundwork for India to assert its leadership in global healthcare and innovation. With a ₹90,958 crore healthcare allocation, coupled with investments in daycare cancer centres and the addition of 10,000 new medical seats, India is poised to enhance both – care accessibility and quality. Further, the push for broadband connectivity in rural health centres and the introduction of healthcare identity cards for gig workers under PM Jan Arogya Yojana further underscores India’s commitment to advancing healthcare equity.
On the entrepreneurial front, the increased Mudra Loan limits and targeted support for MSMEs will empower pharma and healthtech innovators, driving a resilient healthcare ecosystem. The establishment of the Centre of Excellence for AI and the expansion of STEM education through the Atal Tinkering Lab initiative will catalyse technological disruption within healthcare. Additionally, prioritizing funding for marginalized first-time women entrepreneurs will increase their participation in both healthcare and economic growth. Simultaneously, the ‘Heal in India’ initiative will elevate medical tourism, creating job opportunities and attracting foreign investments, while exemptions on cancer drug imports and continued support for production-linked incentives will solidify India’s role as a global pharmaceutical leader. With the budget’s emphasis on research, digital transformation, and structured financial support, Doceree stands aligned with the vision of ‘Vikasit Bharat’, and welcomes Government’s ongoing efforts by utilizing technology-driven innovations to enhance healthcare effectiveness.”