India is constantly increasing the quality of medical aid for people. With the best-equipped infrastructure of hospitals, treatment centers, and attractive tourist places, Gujarat is considered as a hub for Medical Tourism for India and the rest of the world.
Addressing the 2022 post-budget webinar of the Union Health Ministry and Family Welfare, Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized on facilitating universal access to India’s quality and cost-effective healthcare system. This will boost medical tourism and provide more income opportunities for citizens in Gujarat.
Medical Tourism, in recent years, has become a growing sector in our country. Medical Tourism in India, in mid-2020, was estimated to be worth around USD 9 billion.
Due to the world-class facilities, super-specialty hospitals, excellent doctors, zero waiting time, reasonable prices, and cutting-edge infrastructure, Gujarat has a competitive edge over other states in terms of medical tourism.
Previously, the private sector had a minimal role in Gujarat’s healthcare sector. it has now evolved into a booming industry. The local government support is also essential to sustain the market.
Vibrant Gujarat initiative that improves the state’s economic relations, also benefits the healthcare industry in Gujarat. The project brought radical change in the state hospitals, and got further boost after the arrival of international healthcare providers.
Many hospitals in the state have substantial experience providing healthcare to NRGs. Most of them have national and global accreditations like JCI and NABH certifications.
Indian government has been working on comprehensive strategies to enhance medical tourism.
One of the most critical developments is to provide simple, quick, and special visas to any foreign traveler visiting India on medical grounds.
Amongst the other states of India – Gujarat is emerging as the leading state for medical tourism. Meanwhile, Ahmedabad, the most influential city in Gujarat has acquired the distinction of being the country’s most renowned destination for medical treatments.