Govt should increase allocation for healthcare sector: Hinduja Hospital & Medical Research Centre's Gautam Khanna.

Gautam Khanna, CEO of P.D. Hinduja Hospital & Medical Research Centre, advocates for an increased allocation of 2.5-3% for the healthcare sector in the upcoming government budget. He emphasizes the need for addressing the shortage of healthcare professionals, creating sustainable healthcare solutions, and expanding health insurance accessibility. Khanna also highlights the importance of digital health transformation, investments in AI-driven diagnostics, and potential relief measures for critical medical equipment and pharmaceuticals. Additionally, he suggests moderate investments in the AYUSH sector for research-backed integration with modern medicine. [Extracted from the article]