Science and Technology Minister Dr Jitendra Singh today said that the focus of wellness must shift to preventive healthcare and physical and mental well-being, rather than the mere absence of diseases. The Minister was speaking at the Health and Wellness Summit 2026 in New Delhi. Dr Singh said that over the last decade, India has increasingly moved towards a broader understanding of health, with greater emphasis on Ayurveda, Yoga and wellness centres alongside modern healthcare.

He said that advances in healthcare and wider access to medical facilities have significantly improved the ability to diagnose and treat serious illnesses. Dr. Singh underlined that the Government has adopted a broader approach to healthcare, combining improved access to treatment with preventive and grassroots interventions.

The Minister said that science and technology have an important role in addressing emerging health challenges, particularly by developing solutions that are affordable, accessible and suited to local needs. He said that continued collaboration among medical practitioners, researchers, industry and other stakeholders will be important in developing practical solutions for emerging health challenges. He said the objective should be to build a healthier India in which preventive healthcare and wellness become an integral part of the country’s journey towards Viksit Bharat 2047.