Goa has set a new benchmark in healthcare innovation with the launch of the Pricing Policy for Innovative Lifesaving Therapies (PPILT) — a first-of-its-kind initiative in India.
The policy was officially launched by Health Minister Shri. Vishwajit Rane in the presence of:
- Shri. Arun Kumar Mishra, IAS, Secretary (Health)
- Mr. Prashant Warier, CEO & Founder, Qure.ai
- Dr. Jai Prakash Tiwari, Dean, GMC
- Dr. Rupa Naik, Director, Directorate of Health Services
- Dr. Ajaykumar Sharma, Director – Corporate & State Affairs, AstraZeneca
- Kiran Kesavan, Lead – Policy and Government Affairs
The PPILT aims to ensure equitable, fair, and sustainable pricing for vital healthcare interventions — including medicines, diagnostics, and advanced medical devices — making them more accessible to patients without compromising innovation.
Minister Rane emphasized that the initiative would bridge the gap between affordability and advanced treatment, setting a national precedent in healthcare reform.
This pioneering policy reflects Goa’s commitment to patient-centric healthcare and positions the state as a leader in shaping transparent, sustainable medical pricing in India.
