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Women’s health in India is undergoing a transformation driven by evolving healthcare delivery models, increased policy focus, and the integration of technology. From reproductive and maternal health to mental health, non-communicable diseases, and nutrition deficiencies, the country faces persistent challenges alongside new opportunities. Digital health platforms, AI-enabled diagnostics, and mobile health interventions are beginning to improve access, particularly for underserved women in rural and peri-urban areas. Private and public sector initiatives are converging on areas such as tele-gynaecology, community-based screening for cancers, and targeted nutritional support. AI-based tools are beginning to assist in high-risk pregnancy prediction, remote diagnostics, and continuity of care, with promising pilots emerging in India. However, challenges persist in evidence generation, ethical deployment, and equitable access. The next phase of progress will depend on ensuring these innovations are equitable, culturally sensitive, and embedded within India’s broader universal health coverage goals.
15:00 - 15:30 (IN)
15:30 - 15:35 (IN)
Samir Saran, President, Observer Research Foundation (ORF).
Rahul Manchanda, Director, Manchanda’s Endoscopic Centre (MEC).
15:35 - 15:45 (IN)
Shri J. P. Nadda, Union Minister of Health & Family Welfare; Union Minister of Chemicals & Fertilizers, Government of India. (TBC)
15:45 - 15:55 (IN)
Smt Smriti Irani, former Union Minister for Women & Child Development, Government of India.
15:55 - 16:00 (IN)
Shoba Suri, Senior Fellow, Health Initiative, ORF
16:00 - 16:40 (IN)
Rashmi Singh, Secretary, Department of Women and Child Development, Government of NCT of Delhi
Anna Roy, Principal Economic Adviser & Mission Director, Women Entrepreneurship Platform (WEP), NITI Aayog.
Anurag Agarwal, Dean, BioSciences & Health Research, Trivedi School of Biosciences, Ashoka University.
Maneesh Goyal, Chief Operating Officer, Mayo Clinic Platform.
Sangita Reddy, Joint Managing Director, Apollo Hospitals.
G S Grewal, Internal Medicine & Elder Care, Fortis Escorts Hospital.
Harsh Mahajan, Founder & Chief Radiologist, Mahajan Imaging.
Shirshendu Mukherjee, Managing Director, WIN, Wadhwani Foundation.
Moderator
Rahul Manchanda, Director, Manchanda’s Endoscopic Centre
16:40 - 16:57 (IN)
16:57 - 17:00 (IN)
Oommen C. Kurian, Senior Fellow and Head, Health Initiative, ORF.
Followed by high tea
