PM Modi likely to announce key health projects on August 15

New Delhi: This Independence Day is likely to witness key announcements including “Heal in India” and “Heal by India” projects in the health sector by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
According to sources, PM Modi’s speech from the Red Fort on August 15 may also mention the expansion of the National Health Mission under a new name, “PM Samagra Swasthya Mission”.
Under the “Heal in India” campaign, the medical infrastructure at 37 institutions in 12 states will be strengthened with a view to establish the nation as a major destination for wellness and medical travel.
Highlights of the project also include streamlined visa requirements for international patients and their partners, interpreters and special desks at 10 designated airports, a bilingual portal, and more.
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They said that the price and standard of care in these countries were also taken into consideration.