As healthcare delivery in India becomes increasingly decentralized and technology-driven, radiology is set to play a pivotal role in enhancing health outcomes through timely and accurate diagnoses.

AI-powered Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM) is significantly improving real-time health tracking and minimizing the necessity for in-person visits.

Sanjay Sachdeva, Director of Healthcare and Lifesciences at 1Lattice, emphasized that radiology is evolving from a hospital-centric specialty to an essential element of primary and preventive care, supported by advancements in AI and remote monitoring.

A recent report by 1Lattice highlights that the rising disease burden and increased investment in healthcare infrastructure are crucial factors driving growth in the radiology sector.

Key growth drivers include advancements in digital radiography and ultrasound technology, a surge in chronic diseases such as cancer and cardiovascular conditions, and government initiatives like Ayushman Bharat and the National Digital Health Mission.

India's radiology equipment market is projected to expand from $7.1 billion in FY2025 to $13.5 billion by FY2030, achieving a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10%, which surpasses the global growth rate of 5%.

Currently, India has registered 148,000 radiology devices, with Maharashtra leading the count at 20,590 devices, followed by Tamil Nadu and Uttar Pradesh.

This trend reflects a broader shift towards the modernization and digitization of diagnostic services, extending even to rural areas beyond urban centers.

However, challenges persist in the sector, including the high costs of advanced imaging equipment, disparities in access between urban and rural areas, and ongoing concerns regarding radiation exposure.