Maharashtra Set to Become Global Healthcare Hub: CM Fadnavis at PULSE 2026
Mumbai, March 27, 2026: Highlighting the state’s long-term vision for healthcare, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis emphasized that Maharashtra holds immense potential to become a global destination for integrated healthcare and recovery. As the state progresses towards its 2047 vision, healthcare is being positioned not only as a social responsibility but also as a key driver of innovation, investment, and economic growth. Platforms like PULSE 2026 are expected to play a pivotal role in this journey by fostering centres of excellence, strengthening clinical research, encouraging collaboration between industry and academia, and attracting global partnerships.
The Chief Minister was speaking after inauguration of PULSE 2026, India’s leading Healthcare and Medical Education Summit today in Mumbai.
Emphasized the state’s vision to build an inclusive, technology-driven, and future-ready healthcare ecosystem, while highlighting Maharashtra’s proactive approach, he outlined key reforms focused on accessibility, quality, and innovation. ‘’Today, we are not just inaugurating a conclave, but setting the direction for how healthcare in Maharashtra will evolve over the next decade,” said Fadnavis at this two-day summit which brings together policymakers, healthcare leaders, academicians, and industry experts from India and across the world.
He further added that their government objective is clear, to ensure that every citizen has access to affordable and quality healthcare within a 5 to 8 kilometre radius of their home. “Maharashtra will not wait for the future of healthcare; we will build it, together, through innovation, partnerships, and decisive action,” informed CM.
The CM also highlighted the state’s focus on strengthening medical education, expanding postgraduate seats, integrating artificial intelligence in healthcare delivery, and developing a three-tier cancer care model to ensure continuity of treatment across regions. He further underscored Maharashtra’s ambition to emerge as a global hub for medical innovation, research, and wellness tourism.
Echoing the vision for a collaborative and future-ready healthcare ecosystem, Deputy Chief Minister Sunetra Pawar emphasized the importance of technology and inclusive growth. She said, “PULSE 2026 is not just a conference; it is a step towards the future, bringing together innovation, digital healthcare, and global collaboration to ensure quality care reaches every citizen, including those in the most remote areas.”
Hasan Mushrif, Minister for Medical Education added, “Maharashtra is building a future-ready healthcare ecosystem by expanding medical education, strengthening infrastructure, and integrating technology, ensuring accessible, affordable, and quality care for every citizen.”
Madhuri Misal, Minister of State for Medical Education said, “Our focus is on creating a holistic healthcare ecosystem through strong infrastructure, policy support, and multi-stakeholder collaboration, while positioning Maharashtra as a leading hub for medical tourism and innovation.” She further added that Maharashtra government also has a target of developing the state as a medical tourism hub because of availability of wellness centres associated with Ayush.
Vishwajeet Kadam, Pro-Vice Chancellor, Bharati Vidyapeeth, “Institutions must foster a culture where research and innovation drive real-world impact, PULSE 2026 is a powerful platform to align academia, industry, and policy for shaping the future of healthcare and medical education.”
Dedicated tracks on Digital Health & AI, Clinical Innovation, and Education Futures will explore scalable community healthcare models, virtual hospitals, AI-driven learning pathways, and emerging care delivery frameworks. Sessions will also address preventive and traditional medicine, chronic disease management, and the evolution of integrated, patient-centric care.
The second day will focus on Health Systems & Workforce Transformation, highlighting strategies to build resilient healthcare systems, alongside discussions on startups, policy, governance, and medical ethics. Critical themes such as medical data sovereignty, national regulatory vision, and global scalability of Indian healthcare innovations will be explored.
The summit will witness key policy discussions, strategic partnerships, and exchange of MoUs across medical education, healthcare infrastructure, research, and emerging technologies. With participation from global stakeholders, PULSE 2026 aims to shape actionable outcomes and position Maharashtra at the forefront of healthcare transformation in India and beyond.
