The CII and EY released the flagship report titled “Unleashing Digital Momentum to Shape the Future of Healthcare.”
FinTech BizNews Service
Mumbai, September 10, 2025: At the 8th edition of CII Hospital Tech 2025 Summit held on the theme “Healthcare Roadmap for Viksit Bharat”, Shri Prakash Abitkar, Minister of Public Health and Family Welfare, Government of Maharashtra, emphasized, “Healthcare is the foundation of Viksit Bharat. Maharashtra is committed to becoming a healthcare hub by strengthening public health infrastructure, expanding medical education, and fostering innovation. However government alone cannot achieve this—public–private partnerships, digital health, and technology-driven solutions must ensure that quality care reaches every citizen, in every corner of India.”
At the Summit, the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) and EY released the flagship report titled “Unleashing Digital Momentum to Shape the Future of Healthcare.” The CII–EY HealthTech Survey 2025 revealed that IT innovation budgets in Indian hospitals are projected to increase by 20–25% over the next 2–3 years, with nearly half of healthcare providers already allocating 20–50% of their budgets to digital innovation. The report highlights automation in patient experience, improved clinical outcomes, and data-driven decision-making as key areas of focus, while noting challenges such as legacy systems, workforce readiness, and patient-centric delivery.
Mr. Joy Chakraborty, Chairman, CII Hospital Tech 2025 and COO, P D Hinduja Hospital and Medical Research Centre, said that India’s healthcare has made remarkable progress over the last two decades, powered by private investment, digital health, telemedicine, and now artificial intelligence. Today, we stand at the cusp of a new era where innovation and collaboration can deliver quality healthcare to every citizen. With the presence of policymakers, global partners, and inspiring leaders, we have the momentum to achieve even greater breakthroughs.”
Padma Shri Dr. Ramakant Deshpande, Chairman, CII WR Sub-Committee on Healthcare 2025–26 & Chairman, Asian Cancer Institute (ACI) – Cumballa Hill Hospital, mentioned that,“The digital revolution in healthcare is more than just an upgrade—it is our path to universal health coverage. With rapid advances in digital capabilities, a growing healthcare infrastructure, and the will to embrace innovation, India has a historic opportunity to lead. By working together, we can build an ecosystem where innovation thrives, patient rights are protected, and world-class technology is Made in India.”
He further emphasized that, “India’s healthcare future will be defined by innovation, collaboration, and digital transformation. By bringing together government, hospitals, researchers, and the private sector, we can create an ecosystem where technology bridges every gap and quality healthcare reaches every citizen.”
Mr. Rizwan Koita, Chairperson, NABH & Co-founder, Koita Foundation and CitiusTech, said, “India is leading the way by aligning clinical, digital, and software standards. At NABH, we believe collaboration across hospitals, industry, and specialists will drive safer, smarter, and more inclusive healthcare for every patient.”
Mr. Thierry van Helden, Deputy Consul General, Consulate General of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, said, “Healthcare is at the heart of the India–Netherlands partnership. Both our nations share the vision of making healthcare accessible, affordable, and available to all. In the Netherlands, we follow a bold mission—everyone healthy, fit, and resilient—driven by innovation, sustainability, and collaboration. India too is undergoing a powerful transformation, and together, we can shape solutions that improve lives and create a healthier future for all.”
Ms. Eva Verstraelen, Investment & Trade Commissioner, Flanders Investment & Trade, added, “The future of healthcare lies at the intersection of innovation, collaboration, and technology. By combining the strengths of academia, industry, and policymakers, we can accelerate research, scale solutions, and make quality healthcare accessible to every citizen. Together, we have the opportunity to shape a healthcare system that is not only advanced but also inclusive and resilient.”
