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AI will shape the future of healthcare: Telangana Minister Sridhar Babu

Hyderabad, Jun 21 (UNI) Telangana IT and Industries Minister D Sridhar Babu on Saturday highlighted the transformative role of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare at the inaugural session of International Conference on AI in Healthcare, organized by Yashoda Hospital, Hi-tech City, on Saturday.

Addressing a diverse gathering of healthcare professionals, researchers, and technologists, Sridhar Babu emphasised the urgent need to integrate AI, data analytics, quantum computing, and other emerging technologies into India’s healthcare system. He underlined that AI is not just about technology but about “amplifying intelligence with compassion.”

“Healthcare must shift from being reactive to being relentlessly proactive. With the growing burden of chronic diseases and an aging population, technology must help us deliver efficient, affordable, and equitable care,” he said.

He also announced the state’s plans to create public health profiles for 40 million citizens, scale up AI integration across hospitals, and promote policy frameworks that ensure ethical AI use. He invited global collaboration to help position Telangana and India as leaders in health-tech innovation.

The Minister lauded Hyderabad’s AI startup ecosystem and pharma capabilities, stating that the city hosts some of the world’s top med-tech and life sciences companies. He reiterated the state government’s commitment to building a future-ready healthcare infrastructure powered by technology, talent, and trust.

Dr Chandrasekhar Ranga, Joint Drug Controller General of India, highlighted the need for a robust AI ecosystem in India. “With AI-enabled products already approved in over 40 countries, India must address key challenges like patient data access and legal frameworks. Hyderabad, with its strong biotech and IT sectors, is well-positioned to become a global capital for health-tech innovation,” he said.

Gorukanti Ravinder Rao, Founder and Chairman of Yashoda Group of Hospitals, emphasized the need for inclusive and accessible AI solutions in healthcare. He noted that the conference is not just an event but a movement to transform patient care. "AI must enhance every aspect of care—from diagnosis to treatment—and reach from city hospitals to the most remote rural areas," he said. Rao thanked Dr. Chennababu for his leadership in organizing the landmark event and called for bold vision and collective effort to reshape global healthcare.

Chandu Thota, Vice President at Google, stressed the importance of creating a legal and technological ecosystem to support AI in healthcare. He pointed out that India has the potential to become a global hub for AI-enabled health innovations, provided it overcomes data access and regulatory hurdles. “We must establish frameworks that allow responsible use of patient data and create an environment that nurtures innovation,” he said.

Dr Michael D Howell, Chief Clinical Officer at Google, said the moment marked a milestone in healthcare innovation. “Ten years from now, people will look back at this as a turning point. If we focus on the patient, everything else will follow. Healthcare is a team sport—and AI is now one of our strongest teammates,” he said. He emphasized the potential to democratize medical expertise globally through AI and thanked organizers for the opportunity to collaborate.

The conference served as a platform for global experts to discuss the intersection of AI, policy, and healthcare, aiming to drive scalable, ethical, and patient-centric innovations.
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