FM Announces 5 Regional Medical Hubs, Boost for Health & Tourism in Budget
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CNBC Awaaz•01-02-2026, 12:13
FM Announces 5 Regional Medical Hubs, Boost for Health & Tourism in Budget
- •Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced 5 regional medical hubs to decentralize advanced treatment facilities.
- •Initiatives aim to make India a global medical tourism hub, create jobs, and improve healthcare quality.
- •Government plans partnerships with the private sector to enhance medical tourism infrastructure and services.
- •Three All India Institutes of Ayurveda will be established, and AYUSH pharmacies and testing labs upgraded.
- •Loan subsidies for veterinary colleges and a girls' hostel in every district were also announced.
Why It Matters: The budget focuses on strengthening healthcare, AYUSH, and hospitality sectors to boost medical tourism and services.
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