The Union Health Minister, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, stated that health is regarded as a service and not a commercial activity in India. He added that India does not consider any new innovation in the health sector as commerce but rather as a service. Dr. Mandaviya made these comments while speaking at an event in New Delhi on March 15, titled ‘One Health: Integrated, Collaborative Multisectoral Approach to Optimal Health’.
The Health Minister pointed out that the CoWIN app, which was developed by India for vaccination, has been widely accepted and adopted by many countries worldwide. He highlighted that the development of the CoWIN platform was intended to serve humanity, not to establish a monopoly.
India’s approach to health is unique, where the focus is on the wellbeing of the people rather than commercial gain. The government aims to provide accessible and affordable healthcare to all citizens of the country. Health is one of the primary sectors in India that has witnessed significant development and growth in recent years.
The government has launched several initiatives, such as Ayushman Bharat, to provide affordable healthcare to the poor and underprivileged sections of society. The scheme covers over 10 crore vulnerable families across the country, and provides them with free medical treatment and hospitalization for various ailments. Additionally, the government has taken several steps to improve the overall healthcare infrastructure in the country, including the establishment of new hospitals, upgrading existing ones, and increasing the number of doctors and medical personnel.
The COVID-19 pandemic has further emphasized the importance of health and wellbeing. India has been at the forefront of the fight against the pandemic, and the government has taken several measures to control the spread of the virus. The CoWIN app, which was developed by the Indian government for the vaccination drive, has been widely appreciated for its ease of use and efficiency. The app has enabled the government to conduct a smooth and hassle-free vaccination drive across the country.
India’s approach to healthcare has been recognized globally, and the country has been hailed for its efforts to provide affordable healthcare to its citizens. India has made significant progress in the health sector, and the government is committed to achieving its goal of providing accessible and affordable healthcare to all citizens. The focus is on ensuring that health is treated as a service and not as a commercial activity.\
