The Health Of India Summit 2026 has been officially recognised as a Pre-Summit Event for the India – AI Impact Summit 2026
The Health Of India Summit 2026 has been officially recognised as a Pre-Summit Event for the India – AI Impact Summit 2026
January 28, 2026
Co-Hosted By: The National Institute of Health & Family Welfare
Co-Hosted By: The National Institute of Health & Family Welfare
January 28, 2026
Co-Hosted By: The National Institute of Health & Family Welfare
Co-Hosted By: The National Institute of Health & Family Welfare
AI is reshaping the future of healthcare – supporting India’s journey towards a Viksit Bharat
India’s healthcare system is entering a decisive phase, with artificial intelligence emerging as a key driver of efficiency, access, and resilience. This Summit convenes senior policymakers, clinicians, doctors, and AI experts to examine how AI is reshaping health systems at scale—from preventive and predictive care to last-mile adoption, medical education, and emerging innovations—while addressing the ethical and governance challenges that accompany its use.
The Summit is officially recognised as a Pre-Summit Event of the IndiaAI Impact Summit 2026 announced by the Hon’ble Prime Minister of India. It is Convened by FirstCheck, hosted by DataLEADS and co-hosted by the National Institute of Health and Family Welfare (NIHFW), with alignment from the National Health Authority.
The Summit is officially recognised as a Pre-Summit Event of the IndiaAI Impact Summit 2026 announced by the Hon’ble Prime Minister of India. It is Convened by FirstCheck, hosted by DataLEADS and co-hosted by the National Institute of Health and Family Welfare (NIHFW), with alignment from the National Health Authority.
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AI is reshaping the future of healthcare – supporting India’s journey towards a Viksit Bharat
India’s healthcare system is entering a decisive phase, with artificial intelligence emerging as a key driver of efficiency, access, and resilience. This Summit convenes senior policymakers, clinicians, doctors, and AI experts to examine how AI is reshaping health systems at scale—from preventive and predictive care to last-mile adoption, medical education, and emerging innovations—while addressing the ethical and governance challenges that accompany its use.
The Summit is officially recognised as a Pre-Summit Event of the IndiaAI Impact Summit 2026 announced by the Hon’ble Prime Minister of India. It is Convened by FirstCheck, hosted by DataLEADS and co-hosted by the National Institute of Health and Family Welfare (NIHFW), with alignment from the National Health Authority.
The Summit is officially recognised as a Pre-Summit Event of the IndiaAI Impact Summit 2026 announced by the Hon’ble Prime Minister of India. It is Convened by FirstCheck, hosted by DataLEADS and co-hosted by the National Institute of Health and Family Welfare (NIHFW), with alignment from the National Health Authority.
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THE HEALTH OF INDIA LEGACY
03
Summits
120+
SPEAKERS
2,200+
DELEGATES
THE HEALTH OF INDIA LEGACY
03 Summits
120+ SPEAKERS
2,200+ DELEGATES
OUR PARTNERS
OUR PARTNERS
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Industry Partner
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OUR SPEAKERS
Dr Sanghamitra Pati
Additional Director General, ICMR
Padma Shri Dr Harsh Mahajan
Founder, Mahajan Imaging & Labs
DR. SHUBNUM SINGH
PRINCIPAL ADVISOR – HEALTHCARE, CII
Dr Sunil Vilasrao Gitte
Director, National Institute of Health and Family Welfare
Dr Mona Duggal
Director, NIRDHDS, ICMR
Dr. (Lt. Gen) Ajit Singh Narula
Principal Director, Nephrology, Fortis Escorts Heart Institute, Delhi
DR PUNEET AGARWAL
Principal Director (Neurology), Max Healthcare & Founder, Neurodx.ai
Dr. Roli Mathur
Scientist 'G' & Head, ICMR Bioethics Unit, ICMR Headquarters Department of Health Research, MoHFW & Chairperson, Global Network of Collaborating Centres in Ethics, WHO
Dr Rahul Bhargava
Director and Head of Haematology, Haematology and Stem Cell Transplant, Fortis Hospital
Dr. Rajesh Ranjan
HoD, Dept. of Epidemiology, National Institute of Health and Family Welfare
Dr Neerja Bhatla
Former Head, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, AIIMS Delhi
Dr Prashant Mishra
Managing Director—India & South Asia, BMJ GROUP
Keshri Asthana
CTO (Public Sector), Microsoft
Sh. Prakash Kumar
CEO, Govt. Digital Transformation, Wadhwani Foundation
Ashish Jain
Chief Executive Officer, Healthcare Sector Skill Council
Dr Siddharath Panwar
Founder, NeuroDX
Dr Amir Ullah Khan
Development Economist, Visiting Professor, ISB
Vibhav Mithal
AI & IPR lawyer. Anand and Anand
Dr Animesh Sinha
HIV/TB/Hepatitis Advisor, Manson Unit, Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF), London (Virtual)
Keerti Bhat
Social Media Editor/Content Manager, DW
Dr Ashwani Aggarwal
Director, Intelligent Business Transformation, PwC
DR. CHANDRAKANT LAHARIYA
FOUNDER-DIRECTOR, FOUNDATION FOR PEOPLE-CENTRIC HEALTH SYSTEMS
Dr Arjun Dang
CEO & Partner, Dr Dangs Lab
Swapnil Waichale
Head of Strategy & Corporate Development, Immuneel
Chhitiz Kumar
Founder & Managing Partner, TDR Enterprises
Dr Krithika Rangarajan
Assistant Professor, AIIMS / Visiting Faculty, Ashoka University
Subodh PS
Group Head, Health Technology Group, C-DAC
DR JAYSHREE DASGUPTA
CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST AND CO-FOUNDER OF SOCIOSCRIPT
Syed Nazakat
Founder & CEO, DataLEADS
Dr Sabba Mehmood
Co-Founder, DataLEADS and First Check
Surbhi Pandit Nangia
Group Vice President, DataLEADS
Mariyam Alavi
Editor, First Check
THEMES
AI: The New Frontier In Preventive and Predictive Healthcare
From AI powered screening tools, to AI-driven diagnostic tests; artificial intelligence is the newest addition to our arsenal against illnesses and diseases. How is AI fuelling the mission of preventing and treating diseases, by allowing easy screenings, early detections, and targeted treatments?
AI in Health Insurance: Better coverage and accessibility
Health insurance is a lifeline for many who are faced with ailments and expensive hospital bills. Can AI help people get better health coverage, increase accessibility to health insurance benefits and improve claim processing efficiency?
Last-Mile Adoption of AI Technologies in Healthcare
While AI has the potential to transform healthcare, its widespread adoption depends on overcoming key deployment challenges. Key stakeholders discuss experiences and effective strategies for building practitioner trust, integrating AI into clinical workflows, ensuring scalability for real-world impact, and more.
‘The Challenge of Being The First’: AI Innovators on Breaking New Grounds
With increased access to unfiltered, unverified information in the internet age, one’s health can be one of the biggest casualties of this infodemic. Healthcare professionals, journalists, and fact-checkers discuss how to navigate this avalanche of information, and the challenges involved in sifting facts from fiction when it comes to health-related misinformation.
AI Applications for Innovation in the Pharmaceutical and MedTech Industry
AI is revolutionising drug discovery, clinical trials, and medical technology innovation. This panel highlights the latest AIdriven breakthroughs that are accelerating drug development, optimising manufacturing, and enhancing medical device capabilities.
Navigating Regulatory Frameworks for AI in Healthcare:
A Perspective on Products, Services, and Professionals AI in healthcare is subject to stringent regulations, varying across borders, solutions, services, and professional practice. Experts discuss the evolving regulatory landscape, compliance requirements, and how different stakeholders can successfully navigate these frameworks.
THEMES
AI: The New Frontier In Preventive and Predictive Healthcare
From AI powered screening tools, to AI-driven diagnostic tests; artificial intelligence is the newest addition to our arsenal against illnesses and diseases. How is AI fuelling the mission of preventing and treating diseases, by allowing easy screenings, early detections, and targeted treatments?
AI in Health Insurance: Better coverage and accessibility
Health insurance is a lifeline for many who are faced with ailments and expensive hospital bills. Can AI help people get better health coverage, increase accessibility to health insurance benefits and improve claim processing efficiency?
Last-Mile Adoption of AI Technologies in Healthcare
While AI has the potential to transform healthcare, its widespread adoption depends on overcoming key deployment challenges. Key stakeholders discuss experiences and effective strategies for building practitioner trust, integrating AI into clinical workflows, ensuring scalability for real-world impact, and more.
‘The Challenge of Being The First’: AI Innovators on Breaking New Grounds
With increased access to unfiltered, unverified information in the internet age, one’s health can be one of the biggest casualties of this infodemic. Healthcare professionals, journalists, and fact-checkers discuss how to navigate this avalanche of information, and the challenges involved in sifting facts from fiction when it comes to health-related misinformation.
AI Applications for Innovation in the Pharmaceutical and MedTech Industry
AI is revolutionising drug discovery, clinical trials, and medical technology innovation. This panel highlights the latest AIdriven breakthroughs that are accelerating drug development, optimising manufacturing, and enhancing medical device capabilities.
Navigating Regulatory Frameworks for AI in Healthcare:
A Perspective on Products, Services, and Professionals AI in healthcare is subject to stringent regulations, varying across borders, solutions, services, and professional practice. Experts discuss the evolving regulatory landscape, compliance requirements, and how different stakeholders can successfully navigate these frameworks.
Summit Reflections
Summit Reflections
OUR PREVIOUS SPEAKERS
Our previous speakers have inspired with their insights, experiences, and vision, leaving a lasting impact on our community’s journey.
OUR PREVIOUS SPEAKERS
Our previous speakers have inspired with their insights, experiences, and vision, leaving a lasting impact on our community’s journey.
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January 28, 2026
Co-Hosted By: The National Institute of Health & Family Welfare
Co-Hosted By: The National Institute of Health & Family Welfare
January 28, 2026
Co-Hosted By: The National Institute of Health & Family Welfare
Co-Hosted By: The National Institute of Health & Family Welfare
