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India could become the world’s top hotspot for medical tourism: here’s how policy could help

India ranks third globally in medical tourism, driven by quality infrastructure, affordable advanced treatments, and skilled doctors. The rapidly growing medical value travel market positions India as a hotspot, projected to hit $16.2 billion by 2030. India excels in complex procedures like cardiac surgery and oncology, surpassing rivals. The author strongly advocates for government initiatives: treating medical value travel as a service export, offering tax credits, low-cost capital for facilities, eased visas, and developing medical clusters. This sector promises to be a significant forex earner, rivaling global capability centers and fostering substantial job growth.

LiveMint · Mint Editorial Board · Yesterday at 2:30 AM

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