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Medical innovation in LMICs: can India lead the way?

  • June 17, 2026

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    India is increasing public investment in healthcare innovation, with a ₹1 lakh crore fund and reforms to its drug regulator.

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    India's research and development spending is around 0.7% of GDP, significantly lower than that of the USA, Europe, and China.

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    GenomeIndia is mapping genetic variations in India, revealing unique disease phenotypes and potential insights into drug responses.

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    India's digital health ecosystem includes health IDs for 840 million people and aims to adapt technology for local contexts.

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    The Anusandhan National Research Foundation was created to address fragmentation in India's research system and promote collaboration.

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Medical innovation in LMICs: can India lead the way?

  • June 17, 2026

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