Bill Gates says India building future with affordable healthcare

Gates referred to India’s digital ecosystem, inclusive economic growth and technological breakthroughs as a model for the world.

“India has made significant progress in health and development through low-cost innovations,” he said.

He also said India is building the future with its role in affordable healthcare, AI-powered diagnostics and digital public infrastructure. He pointed to the importance of scaling India’s innovative solutions globally to address challenges in emerging economies. He reaffirmed the Foundation’s commitment to working with Indian innovators, policymakers, and entrepreneurs in AI, healthcare, and sustainable development.

Former Minister Smriti Irani, Chairperson, Alliance for Global Good-Gender Equity and Equality, referred to investment for social innovation as “a transformative force that reshapes societies”.

Sanjiv Puri, President of CII, and Chairman and MD of ITC Ltd, said: “The success of initiatives like the Ayushman Bharat program and digital financial inclusion, and AI powered agricultural solutions, proves…policy and technology…can create scalable, sustainable solutions that serve as global benchmarks”.