- A total investment of ₹85,000 crore is projected, with ₹10,000 crore contributed by the Government of India and ₹75,000–₹80,000 crore expected from private sector partners
- Over 4 lakh direct jobs anticipated through the development of 25 integrated MediCities
- Up to 25% of hospital beds in each MediCity are proposed to be reserved for low-cost treatment under the Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS)
- India’s medical tourism market is projected to reach USD 14.31 billion by FY2028–29, positioning the country as a global healthcare hub
- The MediCities will adopt a Walk-to-Hospital model, integrating residential, wellness, diagnostic, and educational facilities for sustainable, patient-centric urban health ecosystems
National 25 June 2025 — Primus Partners, one of India’s foremost consulting firms, has unveiled its latest thought leadership report, ‘Shaping India’s Future: Healthcare and Social Equity for All by 2047’, envisioning the creation of 25 integrated MediCities nationwide. This bold roadmap seeks to bridge healthcare infrastructure gaps while catalyzing employment, research, and medical tourism as India builds towards a more equitable and advanced future.
Key Projections from the Report
- ₹85,000 crore total investment:
₹10,000 crore from the Central Government for shared infrastructure
₹75,000–80,000 crore expected from private stakeholders for core medical facilities and education - Employment generation:
Each 200-acre MediCity could generate 75,000 jobs (30,000 direct and 45,000 indirect); across 25 sites, this could result in over 4 lakh direct jobs - Inclusive healthcare access:
25% of beds in each MediCity proposed to be allocated for affordable treatment under the Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS) - Boost to medical tourism:
With 6.3 lakh international medical tourists in 2023, cities hosting MediCities—especially near Tier-1 and Tier-2 airports—could double this number by 2029 - Urban integration:
Development based on a ‘Walk-to-Hospital’ ecosystem model, featuring integrated residential, wellness, diagnostic, and educational infrastructure
Vision Backed by Scale and Strategy
Each MediCity would be developed under a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model through a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) jointly held by the Centre and respective State Governments in a 50:50 equity structure. Designed to accommodate up to 5,000 beds, every MediCity would also house medical colleges, diagnostic labs, pharmacies, hostels, and shared utilities, making them self-sustaining healthcare hubs.
“The MediCities blueprint is more than an infrastructure plan—it’s a catalyst for economic development, medical excellence, and inclusive care,” said Nilaya Varma, Group CEO, Primus Partners. “This initiative resonates deeply with the Government’s Viksit Bharat vision and Amritkaal goals, creating opportunities for India’s citizens while reinforcing our position as a global hub for affordable healthcare.”
Powering India’s Medical Value Tourism
The report highlights that India’s medical value tourism market, pegged at USD 7.69 billion in 2024, could grow to USD 14.31 billion by FY2028–29. Strategically located MediCities will drive this growth further by offering international patients advanced, affordable care within integrated, digitally enabled ecosystems.
Through an emphasis on healthcare equity, skill generation, and sustainable urban design, Primus Partners’ MediCity vision charts a compelling path toward achieving ‘Sabka Swasth by 2047’—universal health coverage for every Indian.
