FICCI is set to organize the 18th edition of its annual healthcare conference, ‘FICCI HEAL’, on 5-6 November 2024 on the theme – ‘Swasth Bharat, Viksit Bharat’, encapsulating India’s vision for a healthy and developed nation, emphasizing the intrinsic connection between health and overall progress.
Supported by NITI Aayog, ‘FICCI HEAL’ serves as a critical platform for national and international stakeholders, including policymakers, healthcare providers, industry leaders, and innovators. The conference will provide an opportunity for these diverse groups to share insights, best practices, and strategies aimed at transforming the healthcare landscape in India.
Dr Harsh Mahajan, Chair, FICCI Health Services Committee and Founder & Chairman at Mahajan Imaging & Labs, while highlighting the significance of the conference said, “A robust healthcare system is the backbone of national development. ‘Swasth Bharat, Viksit Bharat’ is not merely a slogan; it represents a comprehensive vision that integrates health and progress. By fostering innovation and ensuring universal access to healthcare, we are laying the groundwork for a society where every citizen can thrive, irrespective of their socioeconomic background. This conference is an opportunity to explore how we can collectively advance these goals and create a healthier, more equitable future for all.”
Dr Anupam Sibal, Co-Chair, FICCI Health Services Committee and Group Medical Director and Senior Pediatrician, Apollo Hospitals, said that ‘Swasth Bharat, Viksit Bharat’ represents India’s twin priorities of health and development. With our healthcare sector projected to reach $372 billion by 2025 and a 12% annual growth in health-tech innovation, we’re building a healthier, more productive workforce. “This investment in health is directly boosting our economy – reducing out-of-pocket healthcare expenses from 62.6% to 48.2% and contributing to India’s projected 7% GDP growth. A healthy India is indeed a developed India,” he added.
The two-day event will kick off with the inaugural session followed by the Theme Session. Other sessions will explore the multifaceted aspects of healthcare sector, emphasizing the need for a robust and inclusive healthcare system and addressing critical issues such as healthcare affordability, quality of care, medical education, enhancing efficiencies, technological advancements, and the importance of trust in healthcare. It will also showcase some startups in healthcare along with oral paper presentations by professionals as well as students.
