India’s Push Toward MedTech Self-Reliance

Q1. Could you start by giving us a brief overview of your professional background, particularly focusing on your expertise in the industry?

With more than 25 years of experience, I have built my career in healthcare procurement, supply chain management, biomedical engineering, and hospital infrastructure development. In recent years, I have served as General Manager – Supply Chain at the Medanta group of hospitals, one of India's leading healthcare institutions. In this role, I have overseen strategic sourcing, capital equipment procurement, vendor relationships, contract negotiations, and the full execution of major hospital projects.

Over the years, I've specialized in sourcing high-value medical technologies, from imaging systems and robotic surgery platforms to critical care equipment, laboratory diagnostics, and infrastructure solutions. I've led procurement for both new and expanding hospitals, always focused on optimizing costs without compromising quality, compliance, or clinical standards. For me, effective procurement is about supporting organizational growth, improving patient outcomes, and creating lasting value.

Q2. What structural trends are driving demand for new medical equipment and hospital infrastructure investments across India?

India's healthcare sector is in the midst of a major transformation, shaped by shifts in demographics, rising economic prosperity, and advances in technology. Over the past several …