India on path to become global pharma and MedTech powerhouse, says Jitendra Singh

March 22, 2026 1:36 PM

India on path to become global pharma and MedTech powerhouse, says Jitendra Singh

Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh on Saturday said that India is steadily evolving into a robust pharmaceutical economy, which could become a significant contributor to the country’s overall GDP. Addressing a 'Healthcare Summit' here, the minister stated that the nation’s pharmaceutical, medtech, and manufacturing ecosystem is positioning India as a key global manufacturing hub—particularly in high-quality, affordable healthcare solutions. He noted that the discussions revolved around tw...

MEDITECH STACKATHON launched to boost India’s MedTech industry

May 7, 2024 5:50 PM

MEDITECH STACKATHON launched to boost India’s MedTech industry

The Department of Pharmaceuticals, Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers today kicked off the MEDITECH STACKATHON 2024 in New Delhi alongside Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) . This event aims to revolutionize India's growing MedTech sector by thoroughly analyzing the value chain of selected medical devices. The goal is to tackle major challenges, promote local manufacturing, and lessen reliance on imports, ultimately establishing India as a global leader in medical technology. The event...