Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy positioned the State as an emerging hub for healthcare and medical tourism, stating that the government aims to expand Telangana’s role in the national healthcare ecosystem.
Speaking at the launch of the 400-bed Apollo Hospital in Hyderabad’s Financial District, he noted that Hyderabad accounts for nearly 40% of India’s bulk drug exports and said he wants Telangana to contribute around 50% of the country’s healthcare infrastructure and services in future.
The Chief Minister also highlighted policy initiatives aimed at attracting investment. He said Telangana has introduced a dedicated medical tourism policy and is actively positioning Hyderabad as a global healthcare destination. “A key gap is the lack of direct international connectivity. The government is in discussions with airport authorities to create a “green channel” for patients, allowing ambulances seamless access up to aircraft boarding points,” he added.
Health Minister C. Damodar Raja Narasimha outlined the State’s healthcare priorities, stating that Telangana is committed to providing affordable, accessible and equitable services. He said the State currently has around 40,000 hospital beds and is increasingly focusing on non-communicable diseases such as diabetes, cancer and hypertension. Screening programmes, particularly for citizens above the age of 30, are being planned with special emphasis on cancer detection.
