Budget '26: India's Healthcare Transformation - A Balanced Approach for Viksit Bharat

• Budget '26 allocates a 10% increase in healthcare spending, focusing on both supply and demand to achieve Viksit Bharat 2047.
• The budget addresses critical gaps by strengthening domestic manufacturing, fostering R&D, and enhancing skill development.
• Biopharma SHAKTI, a ₹10,000-crore initiative, aims to establish India as a global biopharma manufacturing and R&D leader.
• Expanded PM-ABHIM and regional medical value travel hubs will improve access to care and position India as a global healthcare destination.
• Investments in allied healthcare professionals and comprehensive care for cancer, rare diseases, and mental health will create employment and strengthen the healthcare system.