Bengaluru, July 10, 2026: India’s first national-level platform dedicated to Healthcare and Artificial Intelligence (AI), the HAI Conclave 2026, was inaugurated in Bengaluru on Friday, bringing together leading doctors, AI experts, healthcare professionals, researchers, policymakers, technology companies and innovators to discuss the future of AI-driven healthcare.
Organised by Global Healthcare Academy, the two-day conclave was held with the theme “Building Future-Ready Health Ecosystems” and focused on exploring how Artificial Intelligence can make healthcare faster, safer, affordable and more accessible while ensuring that patients remain at the centre of every medical decision.
The conclave witnessed participation from global healthcare and technology organisations including Google, Philips, Roche, Siemens Healthineers, IBM, Tech Mahindra, EY-Parthenon, United Imaging, Intuitive and Roche Diagnostics, along with prominent clinicians, healthcare institutions, researchers and startups.
Experts at the event highlighted that India has a significant opportunity to emerge as a global leader in Health AI, supported by its vast healthcare network, growing digital health ecosystem and strong medical talent. They emphasised the need to develop AI solutions that are affordable, scalable and suited to the healthcare requirements of millions of people.
A key message from the discussions was that Artificial Intelligence should support doctors rather than replace them. Experts pointed out that while AI can help in early disease detection, advanced diagnostics, drug discovery, personalised treatment and improving hospital efficiency, human expertise, clinical judgement and compassion will continue to remain essential in patient care.
The conclave also stressed the importance of collaboration between medical professionals and technology developers to create AI systems that are clinically meaningful, transparent, ethical and focused on improving patient outcomes.
The scientific sessions covered five major areas — drug discovery, preventive medicine, health informatics, diagnostics and treatment. Discussions explored practical applications of AI, including precision medicine, early disease prediction, clinical decision support systems and remote healthcare solutions.
Speaking at the event, Dr. B. S. Ajaikumar, Executive Chairman, Global Healthcare Academy, said that Artificial Intelligence has the potential to transform healthcare by making it more precise, accessible and efficient. However, he emphasised that the real value of AI lies in strengthening clinical decision-making and improving patient care through a combination of medical expertise, technology and ethical responsibility.
Dr. Bhagavan B C, Vice Chancellor, Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS), said that academic institutions have an important role in preparing healthcare professionals for an AI-driven future by integrating medicine, technology and ethics.
Dr. B. L. Sujatha Rathod, Directorate of Medical Education, Government of Karnataka, highlighted the importance of preparing doctors and healthcare professionals to adopt AI responsibly and effectively through collaboration between academic institutions, healthcare organisations and policymakers.
Dr. Manish Mattoo, Chief Executive Officer, HealthCare Global Enterprises Ltd. (HCG), said that the future of healthcare would depend on combining clinical excellence with technology, data and innovation. He added that AI can improve efficiency and expand access when integrated responsibly into healthcare systems.
Anitha Niranjan, Director, Global Healthcare Academy, said the conclave was created to bring healthcare, technology and policy leaders onto a common platform to ensure that AI development remains clinically relevant, ethical and focused on better patient outcomes.
The event featured keynote sessions, scientific presentations, panel discussions, startup demonstrations and networking opportunities aimed at encouraging collaboration between doctors and AI innovators. A leadership symposium held as part of the conclave provided a platform for discussions on future partnerships, research and healthcare innovations.
Industry leaders also shared their views on the growing role of AI in healthcare. Kalavathi GV, Executive Director and Head of Global Development Center, Siemens Healthineers, said AI and digital technologies can help convert complex healthcare data into meaningful clinical insights, enabling better access and improved patient care.
Representatives from Philips, United Imaging, Tech4HC, Intuitive and Roche Diagnostics highlighted the role of AI in areas such as medical imaging, diagnostics, surgical precision, healthcare operations and early disease detection.
Experts noted that AI-powered healthcare systems must focus on security, transparency, interoperability and patient safety to ensure long-term trust and adoption.
The organisers stated that HAI Conclave 2026 marks the beginning of a long-term national movement to promote responsible AI adoption in healthcare. By bringing together doctors, technology companies, researchers, startups, investors and policymakers, the platform aims to accelerate innovations that make healthcare smarter, more equitable and accessible for everyone.
With the rapid evolution of Artificial Intelligence in medicine, the conclave has positioned India as an emerging centre for responsible healthcare innovation, where technology and human expertise work together to deliver better outcomes for patients.
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