Overview
Virohan, an education‑to‑industry partner in the healthcare sector, hosted a closed‑door Healthcare Futures Forum on 8 October 2026 at the Constitution Club of India, New Delhi. The event was chaired by Dr Anant Pandhare, President of AIIMS Nagpur, and featured India House as the Knowledge Partner.
Participants
The forum brought together more than 50 experts representing government and regulatory institutions, healthcare providers, academic institutions and industry bodies. Government representatives included Mr Mohmmad Mohsin, Additional Chief Secretary for Health & Medical Education, Government of Karnataka; Mr Kamal Pant, Chairperson of the Uttar Pradesh State Allied Healthcare Council; and Mr Ashish Kumar Jha, Member of the same council. Healthcare providers such as AIIMS Nagpur, Bloom IVF, Oncquest Laboratories and Redcliffe Labs participated, alongside academic institutions including Amity University, Bennett University, Shobhit University, Invertis University, GGS Indraprastha University, SRM University and GB Pant Institute. Industry bodies and associations present were the Association of Healthcare Providers India (AHPI), Healthcare Sector Skill Council (HSSC), National Council for Vocational Education and Training (NCVET), Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) and Indian Association of Dialysis Technologists (IADT).
Key Discussions
The dialogue focused on the gap between on‑the‑job training and formal qualifications for allied and healthcare professionals, stressing the need for credible assessment mechanisms and practical professional‑development pathways while maintaining patient safety. Dr Anant Pandhare highlighted that the healthcare system relies heavily on allied professionals and called for regulatory frameworks and professional development to bridge the qualification gap.
The National Commission for Allied and Healthcare Professions (NCAHP) was recognised for its role in defining professional standards and strengthening education and practice frameworks across the sector.
Mr Mohmmad Mohsin emphasized that building a future‑ready workforce requires more than increasing headcount; it demands workforce planning aligned with evolving demand and skill requirements, education that keeps pace with technology, and consistent standards across states. He noted that technology can enhance access and decision‑making but must be balanced with professional responsibility, compassion and human connection.
Discussions also addressed making allied and healthcare careers more aspirational, especially in underserved regions, and preparing professionals for opportunities in both domestic and international markets.
Nalin Saluja, Co‑Founder and CTO of Virohan, reiterated that technology, people and systems must be addressed together; technology alone cannot prepare the workforce without strong educational foundations, practical skill training and closer alignment between institutions and employers.
Upcoming Report
Virohan announced that the forum serves as a precursor to an upcoming report titled “Allied & Healthcare for Viksit Bharat 2047,” scheduled for release in December 2026. The report aims to provide a comprehensive assessment of the allied and healthcare sector and outline pathways to strengthen workforce development, training capacity and institutional frameworks in India.
About Virohan
Virohan transforms healthcare education by linking academia with industry, enabling leading universities to deliver world‑class healthcare programmes and partnering with healthcare organisations to meet talent needs in high‑demand healthcare and management professions. The company was founded by Kunaal Dudeja, Nalin Saluja and Archit Jayaswal.