Visakhapatnam, July 27, 2026: Andhra Pradesh MedTech Zone (AMTZ) today hosted a high-level delegation from NITI Aayog, led by Dr. M. Srinivas, Hon’ble Member (Health), NITI Aayog, to gain first-hand insights into its integrated medtech manufacturing and innovation ecosystem.

Delegation Explores AMTZ’s Integrated MedTech Ecosystem

The delegates were welcomed by Dr. Jitendra Sharma, MD & Founder CEO, AMTZ, and interacted with the senior leadership team. Discussions highlighted the multidisciplinary expertise that powers AMTZ, spanning medical device manufacturing, diagnostics, research and development, AI-enabled healthcare technologies, startup incubation and emerging healthcare innovations. The officials experienced AMTZ’s integrated ecosystem, where innovation seamlessly moves from concept to commercialisation through manufacturing, research, testing and startup collaboration.

Welcoming the NITI Aayog delegation, Dr. Jitendra Sharma, Managing Director & Founder CEO, AMTZ, said, “Innovation thrives when researchers, clinicians and manufacturers work as one ecosystem. That is the foundation on which AMTZ is built. We are honoured to welcome the NITI Aayog delegation and showcase how this collaborative model is accelerating indigenous innovation, empowering startups and strengthening India’s position as a global hub for MedTech innovation and manufacturing.”

Startups at MediValley, BioValley and Bharat Limb Centre Showcase Innovation

During the visit, the delegation interacted with startups incubated at MediValley, BioValley, the Bharat Limb Centre (BLC) and the Centre of Excellence (CoE), where innovators showcased their technologies and demonstrated their products. Discussions focused on the challenges faced by MedTech startups, including regulatory pathways, manufacturing and market access, while highlighting how AMTZ supports innovation through shared infrastructure, testing, regulatory guidance and industry partnerships to accelerate commercialisation.

Exploring Global Healthcare Collaborations with WHIF and UBMC

The officials also met representatives of the World Health Innovation Forum (WHIF) to explore global healthcare collaborations and were briefed on Universal BioMed Cross (UBMC)’s initiatives in biomedical emergency response, capacity building and global health outreach.

NITI Aayog Calls AMTZ a Model for India’s MedTech Future

Dr. M. Srinivas, Hon’ble Member (Health), NITI Aayog, said, “This is one of the finest MedTech ecosystems I have seen. It stands as a remarkable example of what can be achieved when industry, academia and government work together with a shared vision. Building such an ecosystem is no ordinary feat. Dr. Jitendra Sharma is the mind and the man behind this extraordinary initiative, which has the potential to inspire similar ecosystems across the country.”

Beyond technology and infrastructure, the visit celebrated a shared vision of building healthcare solutions that improve lives. With innovation at its core and collaboration as its strength, AMTZ continues to shape a future where world-class medical technologies are designed, developed and manufactured in India for the benefit of patients everywhere.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is AMTZ?

AMTZ (Andhra Pradesh MedTech Zone) is described as the world’s largest integrated MedTech manufacturing cluster, bringing together medical device manufacturing, diagnostics, research and development, AI-enabled healthcare technologies and startup incubation under one ecosystem in Visakhapatnam.

Why did the NITI Aayog delegation visit AMTZ?

The delegation, led by Dr. M. Srinivas, Hon’ble Member (Health), NITI Aayog, visited AMTZ to gain first-hand insight into its integrated medical technology manufacturing and innovation ecosystem, and to explore how the model could inspire similar ecosystems across India.

Who founded AMTZ?

AMTZ was founded by Dr. Jitendra Sharma, who serves as its Managing Director and Founder CEO.

Which startup hubs did the NITI Aayog delegation visit at AMTZ?

The delegation interacted with startups incubated at MediValley, BioValley, the Bharat Limb Centre (BLC) and the Centre of Excellence (CoE).

How does AMTZ support MedTech startups?

AMTZ supports MedTech startups by providing shared infrastructure, testing facilities, regulatory guidance and industry partnerships to help them navigate regulatory pathways, manufacturing and market access, accelerating commercialisation.

What global healthcare collaborations were discussed during the visit?

Officials met representatives of the World Health Innovation Forum (WHIF) to explore global healthcare collaborations and were briefed on Universal BioMed Cross (UBMC)’s initiatives in biomedical emergency response, capacity building and global health outreach.