The Technology Development Board (TDB) of the Department of Science & Technology announced on 15 October 2026 that it has signed an agreement with Panacea Medical Technologies Pvt. Ltd. to support the development and commercialisation of an indigenous 32-slice Computed Tomography (CT) scanner. This project aims to design and deploy diagnostic imaging equipment to reduce India's reliance on imported medical technologies under the Make in India initiative. The release does not say when the project takes effect.
Key points
- Support for the development of an indigenous 32-slice CT scanner
- Partner: Panacea Medical Technologies Pvt. Ltd., based in Malur, Karnataka
- Goal: Strengthen domestic manufacturing of high-end medical devices
- Part of the Government of India's Make in India initiative
When it applies
The document does not state when it takes effect.
Who it affects
- medical device manufacturer