FM Announces 5 Regional Medical Hubs, Boost for Health & Tourism in Budget

• Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced 5 regional medical hubs to decentralize advanced treatment facilities.
• Initiatives aim to make India a global medical tourism hub, create jobs, and improve healthcare quality.
• Government plans partnerships with the private sector to enhance medical tourism infrastructure and services.
• Three All India Institutes of Ayurveda will be established, and AYUSH pharmacies and testing labs upgraded.
• Loan subsidies for veterinary colleges and a girls' hostel in every district were also announced.

Why It Matters: The budget focuses on strengthening healthcare, AYUSH, and hospitality sectors to boost medical tourism and services.