Visakhapatnam: Former Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare Harsh Vardhan said that Andhra Pradesh MedTech Zone (AMTZ) is not merely producing devices but building strategic confidence and shaping the nation’s future.

Marking the ‘World Health Day’ commemoration held here on Tuesday, the former Union Minister described AMTZ as India’s answer to a global challenge-demonstrating that medical technology can evolve from dependency to sovereign capability. “Such institutions are not created by files and notifications alone, but by those who dare to dream institutionally,” he added.

Addressing the gathering MD and Founder CEO, AMTZ Jitendra Sharma stated that “World Health Day marks not just celebration, but the beginning of new commitments. From enabling 100 per cent indigenous hospitals under the ‘Make in India Hospitals’ initiative to advancing inclusive innovation through the Para Olympic Technology Centre and strengthening startups through a dedicated MedTech venture ecosystem. AMTZ’s focus remains clear, to solve critical healthcare challenges with scalable, home-grown solutions, he informed.

Further, Sharma urged every individual to collectively rededicate themselves to promoting health and advancing medical technology for the greater good of society. On the final day of MedTech Hackathon 2026, the Hackathon Awards ceremony recognised innovative healthcare solutions from participating startups, said Jitendra Sharma.

The top three were selected based on key parameters including clinical relevance, innovation, feasibility, scalability and public health impact, he informed. The event also witnessed LOI exchanges, with 25 start-ups expressing intent to be incubated at AMTZ, further strengthening the pathway from ideas to implementation.

Source: The Hans India - April 08,2026