Healthcare and Pharmaceuticals: Strengthening Public Health
With healthcare becoming increasingly digital and integrated, the Union Budget aims to revolutionize India's medical landscape.
*Key Announcements:*
- ?5,000 crore investment into telemedicine and AI-powered healthcare solutions, making healthcare accessible and efficient.
- Expansion of medical education with *10,000 new seats* in government colleges, addressing India’s critical shortage of healthcare professionals.
- Strengthening the *National Health Mission* with a focus on preventive care and digital health.
- Tax benefits to encourage pharmaceutical research and support the local manufacturing of medical devices.
*Sectoral Impact:*
- *Telemedicine* and *AI diagnostics* will create exciting job opportunities for healthcare professionals.
- Rural and underserved areas will experience *improved healthcare access*, closing the urban-rural gap.
- The pharmaceutical industry will witness *cutting-edge innovation* in areas like biotechnology and vaccine production.
