Shri Piyush Goyal, the Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, outlined a five-point action plan to improve India’s medical value tourism ecosystem at Bharat Health Global Expo 2026 in New Delhi.
On September 7, 2026, Shri Piyush Goyal addressed the inaugural ceremony of Sanjeevani 2026 at Bharat Health Global Expo 2026 in New Delhi. He emphasized the need for a skilled workforce capable of providing healthcare of international standards and proposed training and certification of caregivers as the first priority. The Minister also encouraged more hospitals to join the Heath Ministry's accreditation program, which includes hospitals that meet specific quality standards. Goyal highlighted the importance of affordable healthcare and mentioned the government's initiative for all persons above 70 years of age to receive an additional healthcare cover of ₹5 lakh. Key facts: Shri Piyush Goyal is the Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Bharat Health Global Expo 2026 took place in New Delhi on September 7, 2026, and the Indian government's initiative provides additional healthcare cover for people aged 70 and above. Why it matters: Improving medical value tourism can attract foreign patients and boost India’s healthcare sector.
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