UNSUNG BUILDERS OF SOCIETY: WHY CITIZENS MUST RECOGNIZE AND STRENGTHEN GRASSROOTS ORGANISATIONS

Foreword: The Quiet Architects of Change — Why Grassroots Organisations Hold the Keys to Our Future

In the spaces between policy announcements and headline projects, in lanes that official maps barely mark, a different kind of work is being done. It is quiet, patient, and stubbornly practical: a teacher who turns a one‑room class into a place where children learn to read; a small clinic that stitches together primary care where the nearest hospital is hours away; a neighbourhood group that plants trees and teaches neighbours how to tend them; a trust that helps a family rebuild after a flood. These are not spectacles. They do not seek applause. Yet they are the scaffolding on which everyday life depends.

This new series begins with a simple insistence: to understand a city, a district, or a village, look first at the organisations that keep it breathing. Not the large, well‑branded institutions that dominate annual reports, but the dozens — sometimes hundreds — of small and medium‑sized trusts, collectives, and volunteer groups that quietly solve problems, stitch communities together, and translate policy into practice. Their work is not incidental. It is foundational.

Why focus on them now? Because the challenges we face are granular and relational. Climate stress, learning loss, informal housing, public health gaps — these are problems that require local knowledge, trust, and sustained human presence. Large systems can design solutions; small organisations deliver them in ways that respect local rhythms, languages, and dignity. They are laboratories of civic imagination: low‑cost pilots, culturally fluent interventions, and human networks that persist long after project funding ends.

This is not a plea for charity. It is a call to citizenship. The question we will keep returning to is not “How much money do they need?” but “How can citizens, professionals, and institutions strengthen their hands?” Time, skills, access, advocacy, and doors opened to networks often matter more than cash. A lawyer who helps a trust with compliance, a teacher who volunteers an hour a week, a journalist who tells a local success story, a municipal official who adopts a tested pilot — these acts multiply impact.

As you read this series, look for patterns rather than personalities. Notice how solutions are adapted to place; how volunteers become local leaders; how small wins — a repaired water pump, a reading club, a community health day — accumulate into resilience. Our aim is to make visible the invisible: the practices, the tradecraft, the moral logic that sustains civic work at scale.

Civic Organisations as Partners in Governance

Governments set the rules and build the large frameworks; civil society fills the spaces where those frameworks meet human lives. In practice this partnership looks like a thousand small arrangements: an NGO piloting a low‑cost sanitation model that a municipality later adopts; a neighbourhood group coordinating volunteers during a heatwave while official relief is mobilised; a trust running remedial classes for children who have fallen behind, feeding data back into education departments so policy can be adjusted.

What makes these partnerships effective is not formality alone but complementarity. Local organisations bring proximity and trust; they know which families will show up for a health camp and which will not. They can iterate quickly, learning from failure without the inertia that slows larger systems. Governments bring scale, legitimacy, and resources. When the two align — through clear roles, shared data, and mutual respect — governance becomes more than a set of rules: it becomes a lived practice that reaches the last mile.

There are frictions, of course. Turf anxieties, slow approvals, and mismatched expectations can stall collaboration. The remedy is practical: small joint pilots with clear outcomes, simple agreements that define responsibilities, and transparent monitoring that honours both community voice and institutional accountability. Citizens play a crucial role here — not as passive beneficiaries but as connectors, volunteers, and watchdogs who insist that partnerships remain accountable and humane.

If this series has a modest ambition, it is this: to show how ordinary people and modest organisations convert civic intent into civic reality. To map the ways they complement government work, to surface the small practices that scale, and to suggest how readers can contribute without money — by offering time, expertise, networks, and public attention. In doing so we hope to shift the frame from charity to citizenship, from isolated acts of kindness to sustained civic collaboration.

Roadmap

Over the coming weeks I will travel sector by sector — education, health, housing, afforestation, and local governance — and lift the curtain on small and medium‑sized organisations doing the hard, quiet work in each place. I will name the sectors now so you know the journey ahead; the specific organisations and their stories will be revealed week by week, followed by a short synthesis that draws practical lessons. Expect field‑level detail, volunteer opportunities, and one simple action you can take after each piece.

Call for nominations

Nominate a local civic organisation Do you know a small trust, collective, or volunteer group doing steady, practical work in education, health, housing, afforestation, or local governance? Tell me about them. I am looking for organisations that operate at city/district level; show measurable local impact; and welcome non‑financial support (volunteers, skills, networks). Send a short note (name, city, 2–3 line description, contact or reference) in the comment box. I will follow up for verification and, if selected, profile them in the series.

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The Human Touch in a Digital Age: How Hospitals Can Balance Tech and Empathy

Introduction

Healthcare is rapidly evolving with technological innovation transforming hospital workflows, diagnostics, and patient engagement. Yet, amidst this digital revolution, hospitals must fiercely protect what AI and automation cannot replace: the human touch. Empathy, compassionate communication, and emotional support remain critical to patient satisfaction, clinical outcomes, and brand loyalty.

The Current Landscape of Healthcare Technology Digital tools have made staggering improvements in reducing human error, streamlining appointment systems, and enabling remote consultations. From electronic health records (EHRs) to AI-powered diagnostics, technology drives efficiency and extends care reach. In India and abroad, telemedicine platforms are expanding access for rural and underserved populations.

However, technology can never fully replicate human connection. Patients want more than accurate data and fast appointments—they want to feel heard, trusted, and respected. A recent survey found that while 75% of patients appreciate telehealth convenience, 62% still prefer an empathetic in-person consultation when possible.

Risks of Over-Reliance on Technology

Overdependence on technology risks depersonalizing care. Automated messages may come off as cold or generic. Excessive screen time by clinicians reduces direct eye contact and listening quality. In some hospitals, workflow automation has inadvertently increased patient wait times due to system glitches or poor integration.

Such gaps risk eroding patient trust and satisfaction, with consequences for hospital reputation and retention. Healthcare leaders must address these risks proactively.

Practical Strategies to Balance Tech and Empathy:

1. Train Staff in Compassionate Communication. Technology can support, but empathy depends on people. Regular training programs should emphasize listening skills, respectful tone, and personalized explanations. Role-playing common scenarios boosts staff confidence in navigating sensitive conversations, whether virtual or face-to-face.

2. Use Technology to Free Up Time for Human Interaction. Automate administrative tasks—scheduling, billing, basic inquiries—so clinicians can allocate more time to meaningful patient engagement. For example, AI chatbots can handle FAQs before appointments, allowing doctors to focus on building rapport.

3. Design Workflows that Prioritize Patient Interaction. Hospitals should measure not just efficiency metrics but “human connection” indicators such as time spent on direct patient communication. Feedback systems should solicit patient perceptions of empathy, not only speed.

4. Employ Hybrid Models of Care. Combine digital and in-person care pathways based on patient needs and preferences. For routine follow-up or counseling, telehealth may suffice. For complex or emotional cases, prioritize personal consultation with supportive staff.

5. Incorporate Patient Voices in Tech Design. Involve patients in developing or selecting healthcare technologies to ensure user-friendliness and cultural appropriateness. Co-creating tech solutions fosters trust and avoids alienating users unfamiliar with digital tools.

Impact of Balanced Care on Patient Satisfaction and Brand Loyalty. Hospitals investing in empathetic technology integration see higher patient satisfaction scores and repeat visits. Brand loyalty improves when patients consistently experience respectful treatment enhanced—not replaced—by technology.

Leaders who champion the human-tech balance also inspire staff engagement, reducing burnout by focusing on meaningful patient relationships rather than administrative overload.

Conclusion

The future of healthcare depends on harmonizing innovative technology with genuine human care. Indian and global hospitals must lead with heart as well as hardware, ensuring that every digital advancement serves to deepen—not diminish—the healing connection.

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Union Budget 2021 : Advantage Healthcare

Dr. Wasim Ghori is the Medical Director & Consultant Diabetologist, Heart & Diabetes Clinics, Mumbai.

As an expert in the field of Healthcare, Dr. Wasim Ghori, shares the key takeaways from the Union Budget 2021 presented by Honourable Minister of Finance, Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman in the Parliament.  With his vast experience, he is able to see the advantages in the building & strengthening of the healthcare infrastructure and benefits to the public accessing government healthcare facilities and services.  It will also lead to massive employment generation, there contributing to the country's economic growth.

Healthcare has received a huge fillip in India's Union Budget 2021 - it has recognized the importance of health in India's growth story! 

This year the focus of the world was squarely centered on the healthcare industry. Moreover, India’s efforts in managing the Covid-19 Pandemic has been exemplary - the country’s frontline workers and scientists have been working tirelessly to save lives and develop indigenous vaccines. 

The Union Budget 2021 presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman was all about prioritizing key issues like creating more jobs, ramping up healthcare spending and boosting economic growth.

Here are the top key takeaways on healthcare industry: 

Government of India’s holistic approach to healthcare with the proposed Rs.2,23,846 crores budget outlay for health and well-being for 2021-22, compared to Rs.94,452 crores in the current fiscal, registering a staggering increase of 137% over the previous outlay.

• The government’s increased allocation for the healthcare sector is a welcome move as it will provide access to medical care for all in the country, fuel job creation and boost economic momentum. 
• The increased healthcare spending indicates the realization of how a healthcare crisis like the current Covid-19 pandemic can quickly spiral into an economic crisis for the nation. 
• The increase in budget outlay for health and welfare by 137% as compared to the previous year will boost the public health and pharmaceuticals sector too.

Increased spending on COVID-19 measures and vaccines. 

• The government’s commitment for the COVID-19 vaccination program will accelerate the vaccination across the population. 
• The allocation of Rs.35,000 crores for COVID-19 vaccines and more if required will bring the much-needed stability to the public healthcare setup. 
• Increased focus on spending on COVID-19 measures and vaccines makes India stand tall as a model for the world. 

Prime Minister’s Aatmanirbhar Swasthya Bharat Yojana with a total outlay of Rs.64,180 crore over a period of next 6 years will boost the healthcare ecosystem. 

• The announcement of PM’s Aatmanirbhar Swasthya Bharat Yojana is the most overwhelming addition in the aftermath of the pandemic and shows that healthcare capacity building is now a key priority for the government. 
• The centrally funded scheme is the first step to boost rural health and keep the country ready for emergency handling of pandemic situations. 
• This in addition to the National Health Mission (NHM), will support and strengthen the primary, secondary and tertiary healthcare facilities even in the last miles of our nation. 
• The investment will aid in developing capacities of healthcare systems, develop institutions for detection and cure of new and emerging diseases. 
• It will also help in establishing critical care blocks in hospitals which is essential from our learning from the recent pandemic. 

Substantially increased allocation on Social Determinants of Healthcare with a special focus on Mission Poshan 2.0 to improve nutritional outcomes for children. 

• The announcement of an all-inclusive approach through the launch of Mission Poshan 2.0 to improve nutritional outcomes for children across 112 aspirational districts is a praiseworthy move. 
• Along with this, the increased focus on cleanliness, solid and waste water treatment, source segregation of garbage, reduction in single-use plastic, reduction in air pollution through Urban Swachh Bharat Mission  & universal drinking water supply through Urban Jal Jeevan Mission will subsequently bolster public health. 
• This increased allocation would not only improve the health outcomes, but also go a long way in the achievement of 5 out of 17 Sustainable Development Goals (Zero Hunger, Good Health & Well-being, Clean Water & Sanitation, Sustainable cities & Communities & Climate Action). 

Increasing access to Pneumococcal Vaccine.

• The pneumococcal vaccine is effective against potentially fatal pneumococcal infections like pneumonia, septicemia and meningitis and the decision to include it in the budget is a welcome decision. 
• The Pneumococcal vaccines, a Made in India product, is presently limited to just five states.
• However, it will now be rolled out across the country and will avert over 50,000 deaths annually in the country. 

Strengthening existing National Institutions and creating New Institutions. 

4 National Institutes of Biology to be established and will provide a thrust for the improvement of the healthcare sector in India, which is commendable. These include: 

• Strengthening of the National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) and make India future ready for any further health crises
• Setting up of a National Institution for One Health 
• Bio-Safety Level III Laboratories, and 
• Regional National Institutes for Virology 

Setting up additional Rural &Urban Health and Wellness Centers along with Integrated Public Health Labs. 

• Incorporation of 17,788 rural and 11,024 urban health and wellness centers is a supportive move for better patient care and will pave way for more Public-Private Partnerships. 
• The decision to set up integrated public health labs in all districts and 3382 block public health units in 11 states along with critical care hospital blocks in 602 districts and 12 central institutions is creditable and rightly addresses the need to reach the last mile population. However, more might be required in a country where the patient-doctor ratio is abysmally poor. 
• Expansion of the Integrated Health Information Portal to all States/UTs to connect all public health labs is a step ahead towards digitalization and is a positive move. 

In Conclusion: 

Overall, the proposals made in the Budget 21-22, would make quality healthcare accessible and affordable, besides standardizing healthcare infrastructure across the country. Given the host of announcements made by the Finance Minister, it shows the commitment by the government to address not only the healthcare’s immediate and urgent needs but, fundamentally develop a program to strengthen Indian healthcare system. 

It is appreciable that the government has been very thoughtful regarding healthcare thereby focusing on curative and preventive health and well-being. The enhanced allocation along with the plan to look at healthcare holistically, including nutrition, sanitation, clean drinking water and pollution control, certainly augurs well for the country. 

Lastly, Union Budget 2021 will set the precedent for future budgets which will use this year's allocation as a baseline for future initiatives. 

I hope the government partners with private healthcare to hasten this process and strengthen health services across the country. On-ground implementation of the announcements made are now eagerly awaited.

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Analysis of COVID 19 impact on lives and its implications – Strategies to fast track back to prosperity through Smart Governance

By Dr. Sanjay Pattiwar

Ex. Add. Commissioner, Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC),

National Level Monitor, Health Mission NHSRC, Government of India, New Delhi.

Consultant, Tata Trust Mumbai

and

By Dr. P. Sekhar,

Chairman of Global Smart Cities Panel,

Micro Tech Global Foundation

Introduction

We are facing a global health crisis unlike any in the 75-year history of the United Nations — one that is killing people, spreading human suffering, and upending people’s lives.  But this is much more than a health crisis. It is a human, economic and social crisis.  The Novel corona virus disease (COVID-19), which has been characterized as a pandemic by the World Health Organization (WHO), is attacking societies at their core. Through these article strategies to fast track the impact of COVID 19 back to growth and development through the Doctrine of Secured Governance.

Since the COVID-19 outbreak was first diagnosed, it has spread to over 190 countries in the world.  The pandemic is having a noticeable impact on global economic growth. Estimates so far indicate the virus could trim global economic growth by as much as 2.0% per month if current conditions persist. Global trade could also fall by 13% to 32%, depending on the depth and extent of the global economic downturn.

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After understanding the magnitude of the attack which is rightly called World War III all authorities first saving humans and are engaging in an on-going series of interventions in financial markets and national governments are announcing spending initiatives to stimulate their economies.  International organizations are also taking steps to provide loans and other financial assistance to countries in need.  These and other actions have been labelled “unprecedented,” a term that has been used frequently to describe the pandemic and the policy responses. 

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) estimated that government spending and revenue measures to sustain economic activity adopted through mid-April 2020 amounted to US$3.3 trillion and that loans, equity injections and guarantees totalled an additional US$4.5 trillion.  As a result, the IMF estimates that the increase in borrowing by governments globally will rise from 3.7% of global gross domestic product (GDP) in 2019 to 9.9% in 2020, as indicated in below image.

Among developed economies, the fiscal balance to GDP ratio is projected to rise from 3.0% in 2019 to 10.7% in 2020; the ratio for the United States is projected to rise from 5.8% to 15.7%.  For developing economies, the fiscal balance to GDP ratio is projected to rise from 4.8% to 9.1%.  According to the IMF, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, and the United Kingdom have each announced public sector support measures totalling more than 10% of their annual GDP.

International Monetary Fund (IMF) Projected Government Fiscal Balances Relative to GDP (In % shares of Gross Domestic Product).

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The government of India has already taken few measures and is planning to announce a stimulus package which would help India to tied over this crisis. Initially, the economic effects of the virus were expected to be short-term supply issues as factory output fell because workers were quarantined to reduce the spread of the virus through social interaction.  The drop in economic activity, initially in China, has had international repercussions as firms experienced delays in supplies of intermediate and finished goods through supply chains. 

Concerns are growing, however, that the virus-related supply shock is creating more prolonged and wide-ranging demand shocks as reduced activity by consumers and businesses lead to a lower rate of economic growth.  As demand shocks unfold, businesses experience reduced activity and profits and potentially escalating and binding credit and liquidity constraints.  

While manufacturing firms are experiencing supply chain shocks, reduced consumer activity through social distancing is affecting the services sector of the economy.  In this environment, manufacturing and service firms are hoarding cash, which affects market liquidity.  In response, central banks have lowered interest rates where possible and expanded lending facilities to provide liquidity to financial markets and to firms potentially facing insolvency.

COVID 19 Impacts in Rural India

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought the entire nation to a halt.  Health officials and medical professionals are struggling with containing the disease, and testing and treating affected people.  The risk of spread in rural areas is heightened.  This is due to a number of factors, including lack of awareness, a limited supply of clean water, low levels of nutrition, and most importantly, ill-equipped and insufficient public health centres and district hospitals.  The informal industry in cities being badly affected has resulted in loss of rural income because a significant proportion of rural household incomes come from migration and daily-wage labourers. What’s more, massive layoffs and lack of relief measures are pushing migrants to return to their villages, which would increase the risk of the spread of the virus.

Necessary of Health Education

Health emergencies put health systems and their ability to deliver health care services under strain.  Currently, health care services in Asian Region are being confronted with increased demand generated by the COVID-19 outbreak.  To minimize the consequences of disruptions to the delivery of essential health care services, national health authorities and health service planners will need to ensure dedicated planning structures are in place, rural population risks are stratified, delivery settings/platforms and provider arrangements are modified or reconfigured, and financial and physical resources are made available accordingly.

As you know a new respiratory disease called COVID-19 is spreading across the world.  India has also reported cases from states and the government is trying to contain the spread of the disease.  As an important primary healthcare worker, play a major role in preventing its spread.  Training the entire health workforce is essential in recognizing and managing the symptoms of COVID-19 and repurposing the workforce for priority services – both for the COVID-19 response and to support essential health care services – will be critical areas that will need attention.  It is an effort to promote awareness on the pandemic and the need to take precautions for common people, which will prevent the disease spread in community at lower level, by decentralizing can minimise the burden on hospitals.

COVID 19 Impacts in Urban India

Mobility is an essential part of urban life.  People travel for various reasons, such as going to work, educational institutions, recreation and shopping.  Asian cities offer diverse means of commuting: walking, cycling, motorcycles, public and mass transport, micro-mobility, para-transit, private cars, public taxis and ride hailing systems.  On the other hand, we have seen improvement in air quality and reductions in CO2 emissions due to the decrease in transport activity. But these are short-term gains and air pollution and emissions are expected rise again once the situation is resolved.  

The novel corona virus (COVID-19) crisis in India may disproportionately hurt millions of urban poor living in slums across major cities. Over 65 million or 22% of India’s urban population lives in urban slums, which are characterized by acute poverty, over-crowding, unhealthy living conditions, and a weak urban public health setup.  A majority of the families living in slums are migrant workers who living under or near poverty may not have disposable cash to stockpile food or basic necessities for a more than 5 weeks lockdown, leaving them vulnerable to hunger, malnutrition, and increasing their vulnerability to the virus.  

A potential outmigration of the urban poor back to the villages may also exacerbate the extent of the outbreak in India.  The implications of a Covid-19 outbreak in the urban slums can be disastrous for the urban poor and the public health setup.  In the absence of affordable and quality public healthcare, families living in slums run the risk of deep impoverishment, disease, and death.  On the other hand, the public health system runs a high risk of getting overrun by patients.  The health systems are experiencing increasing challenges in absorbing the impact of the disease, flattening the curve of virus expansion is critical to reduce the pressure on hospitals.

The pandemic is likely to impact the country’s economy through the following four vectors

A. Supply disruptions:

• Dependence on China for imports of raw and intermediate materials;

• Higher input prices and reduced profitability, leading to decline in capacity building;

• Supply – side disruptions may be temporary as China revives production units.

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B. Global & Domestic Demand:

• Consumer spending to take a hit due to movement restrictions and fear of falling sick;

• Reduced wealth effect due to falling share prices.

• Hospitality and aviation sectors are impacted the most at a short span of time;

• Low profitability and production disruptions impact business sentiments and investments;

• Loss of employment, especially in the informal sector and for contractual workers, reduces consumer spending;

• Demand in top few export destinations (China, the United States, and Europe) accounting for 40% of India’s export is severely hit.

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C. Stress on banking and financial sectors and parameters

Banks:

• Exposure to stressed industries and Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs);

• Rising consumer loan default because of high unemployment and household leverage;

• Stress on banks impact credit growth.

 

Capital Market and financial parameters

• The stock market has fallen 30% since pandemic started spreading in the west;

• A sharp depreciation of rupee against the dollar worsens trade deficit as exports contribution to GDP is low;

• Rising bond yields make borrowing more expensive, thereby reducing bank margins.

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D. Falling Oil Prices

• Oil prices have fallen sharply. Brent crude oil fell from US$68.5 per barrel on 3rd January to US$28.2 per barrel on 20th March.

• Lower Oil prices could be a boon for India’s twin deficit (the fiscal and current account);

• Gives policymakers some headroom to act;

• The rupee depreciation may partially offset the gains. Rupee has depreciated from INR. 71.7 per US$ on 3 January to INR. 75 per US$ on 20th March.

 

How best to fight the Economic Impact of the COVID 19 Pandemic?

We know that nations need a healthy population to prosper. Stepping up investment in public healthcare is pivotal to sustaining India’s economic growth. Government has announced a series of measures including distribution of essential commodities, actual cash and incentives which should be through state and central PSUs to make then long term benefit to the beneficiaries.  These enterprises should be incentivised through policy measures of giving them operational benefits including extra FSI and preferences with commitments to long term growth.  

Many Global companies want to set up base in India and they should play a catalytic role for their successful expansion in India.  The healthcare access to all patients should be complemented by setting up manufacturing systems in the upcoming Smart cities which should be Hubs for development. Secured Governance strategy designed to minimise the gap of Healthcare infrastructure of the social sector and promote private participation in infrastructure development. The value and valuation strategy offers sophisticated funding mechanism and tailored to the economic growth and generate huge employment opportunity.

The Secured Governance strategy designed to help government through the private & foreign sector investment, and non-profit organisation when to open their economies, and the second outlines an approach for how to do so in this COVID – 19 pestilence period.  This is a novel strategy that consists in promoting infrastructure (Healthcare HUB) development that integrated with all key supporting sectors such as transport, power, telecom, banking, education, etc.

We all know when development takes place there is valuation in property.  Who benefits from this?  More often than not it is incidental and taken advantage of by land and property sharks.  Imagine a model where this valuation can be ploughed back into the project and also benefit the people around.  

First, the development cost of the Healthcare HUB is reduced, and can actually be at negligible cost to the government if carefully planned.  Next, the population sees it as benefitting them and so they participate more enthusiastically, helping with early completion of the project rather than being an impediment.  The strategy could provide a generic pathway to capture a part of the increased value by investment made by private stakeholders and helps repayment of loan for infrastructure (HUB) development.  This mechanism could help to bridge the gap of healthcare population ratio drastically and could provide effective control of COVID - 19 spread and public – health response in this critical time.

India needs to be becoming a major international HUB for the global healthcare industry. It is already home to the world’s largest medical tourism zone.  The HUBs would stimulate private investment in new developments from domestic and international players, Research & Development in medical field, advanced technology zone including global University for Healthcare sector and its focus on becoming a global medical tourism HUB.  

The HUB of a diverse healthcare economy that includes the life sciences and a digital health cluster that leverages the strong private investment/venture capital landscape, major academic medical centers, institutions of higher learning and a highly skilled and educated workforce to meet the shortage of healthcare workers in India. 

Around 700+ Mini medical HUBs with 50 bed facilities and more than 10,000 nano medical HUBs need to be developed in all the districts of India.  Rural people could get easy access in this healthcare mini and nano HUB. There could be a strong commitment from both the public and private sectors. Players from both sides are working together and investing to continue building an ecosystem that fuels innovation in the life sciences and digital health industries.  

The healthcare innovations and unprecedented public-private support could boost the healthcare economy in India and lead the sustainable economic growth in the post COVID - 19.  With this India could have quick regrouping of its growth strategies and cater to the Global expectations to War to victory through good leadership skills.

Article contributed by Dr. Sanjay Pattiwar

SARFARAZ LAKHANI

CALIBRE CREATORS

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