Nanomedicine to Revolutionize Healthcare and Drive Personalized Treatment: Dr. Jitendra Singh

Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh has stated that nanomedicine will propel the next generation of preventive medicine and personalized healthcare. Addressing the inaugural ceremony of the 'World Congress on Nanomedicine 2026' held at Vigyan Bhawan in New Delhi, he described nanomedicine as one of the most transformative developments in medical practice.

According to Dr. Jitendra Singh, this technology, which operates at the nanometer level, has the potential to make healthcare more preventive and personalized. He explained that future treatment will be based on a patient's genetic makeup, lifestyle, diet, and environmental factors, with nanotechnology providing new opportunities for precise treatment at the cellular level.

Detailing government efforts for nanomedicine research, the Minister revealed that the Department of Biotechnology (DBT) is supporting 210 research and development projects at a cost of 174 crore rupees. These projects cover areas such as targeted drug delivery, cancer nanomedicine, treatment of infectious diseases, vaccine delivery, nano-diagnostics, imaging, and regenerative medicine. He mentioned oral insulin nanoparticles and nanobots for breast cancer as examples reflecting India's growing capabilities.

Dr. Singh emphasized that India is building a robust nanomedicine ecosystem that extends beyond laboratory research to include startups and infrastructure. Emerging ventures are being supported through various grant programs such as BIG, PACE, SBIRI, and BIPP via the Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC). Additionally, the DBT, ICMR, and CDSCO have developed a regulatory framework for nanopharmaceuticals to ensure the safety and quality of products.

Discussing technological advancements, he cautioned that tools such as AI and nanotechnology should complement the clinical understanding of physicians rather than replace it. He called for maintaining the relevance of basic clinical skills in medical education.

The World Congress, organized by the Institute of Nano Medical Sciences (INMS) of Delhi University, is being attended by over 2,000 participants. The event is presided over by Nobel laureate Prof. Roger D. Cornberg and honorary president Prof. T.M.S. Chang. This congress is being held under the auspices of the International Society of Nano Medical Sciences (ISNS) and the International Society for Nano Medicine (ISNM).