Dr. Jitendra Singh illuminates the practice of precision medicine in the future

On the eve of Doctor’s Day, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology, Earth Sciences, and MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr. Jitendra Singh, who is himself a noted physician and diabetologist, illuminated the practice of “precision medicine” in the future and said India is steadily developing homegrown solutions for global health challenges through gene therapy, nuclear medicine and other emerging technologies, positioning itself as a global hub for cutting-edge healthcare innovation.

Dr Jitendra Singh said India’s vast genetic diversity, heterogeneous disease profile and rapidly expanding scientific capabilities offer an unprecedented opportunity to develop Indian data for Indian treatment for Indian patients, while contributing affordable and globally relevant healthcare solutions.

Interacting at a special Doctors’ Day Conclave, Dr. Jitendra Singh said healthcare is entering a transformative era where treatment will increasingly be tailored to an individual’s genetic profile, lifestyle and environmental factors. He said precision medicine and personalised healthcare will redefine the future of medical practice by enabling more accurate diagnosis, targeted therapies and improved patient outcomes.(UPDATED ON 27TH JUNE 2026)