Tarun Gupta, Co-Founder, LISSUN (Mental Health Platform)
“The 2025-26 Union Budget presents an encouraging step forward in addressing the pressing need for systemic improvements in India’s healthcare. Lissun welcomes the expansion of medical education with 10,000 new seats in medical colleges and the focus on increasing specialised training to create a well-equipped workforce, which will positively impact the mental health sector. The credit guarantee cover and the new Fund of Funds, particularly for startups, is a promising move to foster innovation in mental health technology and services, enabling companies like ours to scale and enhance accessibility. We also appreciate the emphasis on the creation of cancer centres, as this marks a broader push towards health equity. However, as we look ahead, further targeted initiatives such as the integration of mental health into primary healthcare, insurance coverage for mental health, and investments in early intervention programs for neurodevelopmental disorders must remain priorities to truly revolutionise the mental health framework, which has clearly been missed in this budget.”
Surjeet Thakur, Founder and CEO, TrioTree Technologies
“The 2025 Budget’s focus on expanding medical education with 10,000 additional seats and the establishment of daycare cancer centres in all district hospitals marks a crucial step toward improving healthcare accessibility. Also, the commitment to ‘Heal in India’ and medical tourism promotion is promising. If complemented by robust digital healthcare policies and strategic private-sector collaboration, this could position India as one of the global leaders in healthcare innovation.
While these investments are a welcome move, leveraging AI and digital innovations in hospital management, diagnostics, and patient care will be essential to truly modernise India and healthcare system. We look forward to policies that encourage the adoption of AI-driven solutions to complement these infrastructure enhancements, ensuring a more accessible and data-driven healthcare ecosystem for all.”
Manun Thakur, Founder and CEO, Veda Rehabilitation & Wellness
The Union Budget 2025-26 lays a strong foundation for India’s healthcare and startup ecosystems, reinforcing the nation’s commitment to innovation and accessibility. The expansion of medical education with 10,000 additional seats and the establishment of 200 day care cancer centres address critical gaps in healthcare access, while the push for digital health infrastructure and AI integration marks a pivotal shift toward tech-driven wellness solutions. For startups, the ₹10,000 crore Fund of Funds, deep tech fund, and enhanced credit guarantees create a high-growth environment, particularly in health tech. As a player in this space, we see these initiatives as a catalyst for innovation and scalability, allowing startups like ours to contribute meaningfully to Viksit Bharat. With these forward-thinking measures, India is poised to build a more inclusive, tech-driven, and resilient healthcare ecosystem.
Surajit Chakrabartty, CFO, MedGenome
“This year’s budget takes several positive steps in advancing India’s healthcare sector. Key initiatives, such as strengthening healthcare infrastructure through public-private partnerships, expanding medical education opportunities, increasing the number of seats in medical colleges and hospitals and building Centres of Excellence for AI in health reiterate the Government’s focus on creating a robust future for healthcare delivery in the country.
The establishment of daycare cancer centres is particularly critical given the overwhelming cancer burden in India. This also aligns with our mission of promoting preventive healthcare through early Cancer detection improving the chances of successful treatment and survival. Affordable and accessible genomic solutions have the potential to revolutionize the diagnosis and treatment of critical diseases such as Cancer and Rare, inherited diseases.
We are optimistic that the significant investments in infrastructure, innovation, research, and skill-building outlined in the budget will further our cause. The Finance Minister’s focus on strengthening regulations across various industries is a welcome move. We firmly believe that regulatory measures in the genomics sector will not only foster a competitive environment but will also accelerate growth and innovation in the right direction.”
Karan Bhargava, Founder and CEO, Homoeo Amigo
In the Union Budget 2025, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman emphasised the government’s commitment to enhancing healthcare infrastructure and services across India. Over the past decade, there has been a 130 per cent increase in medical seats, with nearly 1.1 lakh undergraduate and postgraduate positions added. Building on this progress, the government plans to introduce 10,000 additional seats in medical colleges and hospitals in the coming year, as part of a broader initiative to add 75,000 seats over the next five years. This expansion aims to address the growing demand for medical professionals and improve access to quality healthcare nationwide.
At Homoeo Amigo, we applaud these initiatives and remain dedicated to contributing to India’s healthcare landscape by providing quality homoeopathic care. We believe that a robust healthcare system, complemented by diverse medical disciplines, is essential for the well-being of our nation.
Sajeev Nair, Founder and Chairman, Vieroots
“The government’s focus on expanding healthcare infrastructure and improving nutrition is a positive step for India’s well-being, and it’s exciting to see how these developments align with Vieroots’ mission of promoting personalised wellness. The creation of a Centre of Excellence in Artificial Intelligence for Health is another promising development. We’ve long believed in the transformative power of AI to revolutionise healthcare, especially when it comes to delivering personalised nutrition and wellness solutions. These advancements in AI will enhance our ability to offer data-driven insights that empower individuals to take charge of their health.
Moreover, the emphasis on increasing the production and supply of nutritious foods, including vegetables, fruits, and grains, is a key initiative. As a company committed to personalised wellness and nutrition, we at Vieroots are excited by the opportunity to support these efforts and help individuals make healthier, more informed food choices that align with their unique genetic profiles. These steps are paving the way for a healthier, more informed society, and Vieroots is eager to contribute to this vision.”
Simrat Kathuria, CEO and Head Dietitian, The Diet Xperts
“This year’s Union Budget 2025-26 brings a wave of optimism, with transformative initiatives aimed at shaping the future of healthcare and empowering entrepreneurs across the nation. The addition of 10,000 new medical seats and the establishment of 200 cancer centres are monumental steps towards making healthcare more accessible and efficient. Furthermore, the focus on supporting first-time women entrepreneurs from SC/ST communities with term loans up to ₹2 crore shows a clear commitment to inclusivity and economic growth. The introduction of a new Fund of Funds with ₹10,000 crore and enhanced credit guarantees will particularly uplift micro-enterprises and MSMEs, fostering innovation and resilience. These policy changes are a strong foundation for a healthier and more entrepreneurial India, and we at The Diet Xperts are excited about the positive impact they will have on the nation’s well-being and prosperity.”
Masaharu Morita, Founder and Program Director, NURA
“The Union Budget 2025-26 has given special emphasis on healthcare, especially cancer care. The decision to establish cancer centres in all district-level hospitals needs special mention. 200 of them will come up in the next fiscal year itself. Further, 36 life-saving cancer drugs are fully exempted from customs duty, which shows how much priority the government is giving to the segment. Moreover, establishing a ‘Centre of Excellence in AI for Education’ is another notable step that will unleash a wave of technology revolution in healthcare and diagnostics services as well.
Another notable initiative is that the Budget has made provisions to increase 10, 000 more medical seats in the coming fiscal year. Domestic manufacturing of medicines and pharmaceuticals is also getting a significant boost. More importantly, promoting health tourism with the help of private players will enhance the image of the country as a promising healthcare destination”.