While developed countries have greater resources, India can leverage its strengths through population-based approaches, preventive strategies, and the effective use of digital technologies, including social media and emerging tools such as artificial intelligence, to expand outreach and improve early detection |Image used for representational purpose only
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An India-specific model focusing on resource optimisation, indigenous innovation and preventive strategies is needed to strengthen rare disease care in the country rather than relying solely on Western frameworks, ICMR chief Dr Rajiv Bahl said on Tuesday.
He also batted for a context-driven approach to tackling rare diseases.
Published - May 05, 2026 05:53 pm IST