Published on 01/02/2026 12:30 PM
Budget 2026: Global Health, Aster DM rise up to 5% post FM's medical tourism pushBudget 2026: The Finance Minister has proposed a scheme to establish five regional medical hubs in partnership with the private sector.By Shloka Badkar February 1, 2026, 12:30:10 PM IST (Published)1 Min Read(Photo Credit : CNBC-TV18 Library )Shares of healthcare stocks gained on Sunday, February 1, after Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharman's Budget 2026 announcement gave a push to medical tourism in India.
The Finance Minister has proposed a scheme to establish five regional medical hubs in partnership with the private sector.
These regional hubs will establish partnerships with private sector hospitals including Max, Apollo, Metropolic, Dr Lals, to promote medical tourism. Additionally, 1.5 lakh caregivers will also be trained across the nation.
Shares of Aster DM Healthcare, Global Health, Dr Agarwal's Health, Apollo Hospitals and Fortis Healthcare gained up to nearly 5% after the Finance Minister's announcement.
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