India is all set to redefine its role on the global tourism map—not just as a land of culture and heritage, but as a destination for healing, wellness, and world-class medical care. The recently concluded ‘Heal in India 2025 Summit’, held in July 2025, has sparked fresh enthusiasm across India’s healthcare, wellness, and tourism sectors.
But what exactly is this summit all about, and how does it benefit India’s tourism industry? Let’s dive into the key highlights and explore how ‘Heal in India 2025’ is set to attract medical tourists from around the world, boosting economic growth and redefining the country’s tourism narrative.
Why India is Becoming a Global Medical Tourism Hotspot
India offers an unmatched blend of affordability, advanced medical technology, and highly skilled doctors. Tourists from Africa, the Middle East, Southeast Asia, and even Western countries have long been visiting India for treatments ranging from cardiac surgeries and cancer therapies to orthopedic procedures and fertility treatments.
What makes India stand out?
- Affordable healthcare costs—up to 70–90% lower than Western countries
- A large network of world-class hospitals and specialists
- Availability of English-speaking medical professionals
- Shorter waiting times for surgeries
- Advanced diagnostics and technology-backed procedures
Many patients now club their treatment with wellness experiences in places like Kerala, Rishikesh, or Goa—extending their trip for rest, recovery, and rejuvenation.
Wellness Tourism: India’s Ancient Healing Systems Go Global
Beyond just medical treatment, India is equally famous for its ancient wellness systems, including Ayurveda, Yoga, Naturopathy, and meditation. These are increasingly being recognized and adopted across the globe.
With the rise in lifestyle-related ailments, people are traveling to India for:
- Ayurvedic detox and Panchakarma therapies
- Yoga and meditation retreats in the Himalayas or South India
- Holistic treatments for stress, chronic pain, anxiety, and fatigue
- Spiritual well-being and mental peace
States like Kerala, Uttarakhand, Goa, and Karnataka have become wellness hubs, attracting travelers who want to reset their health in natural surroundings.
How Heal in India 2025 is Changing the Game
The Heal in India initiative is not just a slogan—it’s a structured movement to simplify and promote medical travel to India.
Here’s what’s being introduced or enhanced under this program:
- One-stop digital portal for hospital bookings, doctor appointments, medical visa support, and treatment estimates
- Faster, simpler medical visa and attendant visa procedures
- Dedicated AYUSH visa category for wellness travelers
- Clear treatment packages and transparent pricing
- 24/7 multilingual support for international patients
- Development of state-level medical tourism clusters
These changes are making it easier than ever for patients from around the world—and even within India—to travel for treatment and recovery.
Domestic Medical Tourism on the Rise
Heal in India isn’t just for global visitors—Indian citizens are increasingly traveling within the country for better treatment options. With healthcare facilities in big cities offering advanced care, patients from smaller towns and villages often travel for surgeries, diagnostics, or second opinions.
In response, state governments are developing regional medical tourism policies, investing in infrastructure, and collaborating with hospitals and wellness centers to make healthcare more accessible and travel-friendly.
How Unimoni Supports Medical Tourists in India
For International Medical Tourists:
- Foreign Currency Exchange: Easily convert foreign currency into Indian Rupees at competitive rates through Unimoni’s RBI-authorized forex outlets across India—close to airports, hospitals, and major cities.
- Hotel Booking & Local Travel Support: Help with local hotel bookings, airport transfers, and transportation between hospitals, wellness centers, and accommodations.
- Flight Ticket Booking (for onward or domestic travel): Book domestic flights within India or onward tickets at special medical and group fares. Unimoni’s IATA-certified travel branches handle this seamlessly.
- 24×7 Support: Quick query resolution, nearby branch details, and emergency assistance anywhere in India.
- Customizable Travel Packages: Unimoni offers customizable and end-to-end travel packages that cater to the unique needs of medical travelers and their families. These curated packages are ideal for those who want a seamless, stress-free experience while focusing on their health and recovery.
- Inward Money Transfer: Unimoni’s Inward Money Transfer service offers a seamless and efficient solution to receive money from abroad and international payments.
For Domestic Medical Tourists:
- Flight, Bus Ticket and Cab Booking: Affordable travel options for patients and caregivers, with route suggestions and early booking benefits.
- Hotel & Lodge Booking: Convenient and budget-friendly stays near medical zones.
- Gold Loan Services: Fast processing with minimal documentation and flexible repayment options. Safe and secure, offering quick disbursement and higher loan-to-value ratios for emergency funds during treatment.
- Payment Assistance: Use Unimoni’s domestic remittance services to transact anywhere in India.
- Bill payment services to handle hospital fees or make accommodation payments.
