Plan in the works to let hospitals import med equipment directly
Published on: June 20, 2026, 1:03 a.m. | Source: The Economic Times
India's drug regulator is proposing to allow hospitals to directly import advanced medical equipment like MRI and CT scanners, bypassing current import licenses. This move aims to speed up access to cutting-edge technology. However, the domestic medical device industry expresses concern, citing safety risks and the specialized expertise of licensed importers in handling high-risk equipment and ensuring quality.
