- AICHWTH 2026 brought together academicians, policymakers and industry professionals to discuss global healthcare, medical tourism, wellness and hospitality.
New Delhi, : The Faculty of Management Studies, Jamia Millia Islamia (JMI), organised the Annual International Conference on Healthcare, Wellness Tourism and Hospitality (AICHWTH 2026) on November 5, 2026. The conference was held under the theme “Care Without Borders: Innovation to Global Wellness Ecosystem.”
The event was jointly organised by the Department of Hospital Management and Hospice Studies and the Department of Tourism and Hospitality Management. It brought together academicians, researchers, policymakers and industry professionals to discuss emerging developments and opportunities in healthcare, medical tourism, wellness and hospitality.
Experts Discuss India's Potential in Global Healthcare and Wellness
The inaugural session featured addresses by several distinguished academicians and industry representatives, including:
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Prof. Pankaj Kumar Gupta, Dean, Faculty of Management Studies, JMI
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Prof. Sarah Hussain, Head, Department of Tourism and Hospitality Management, JMI
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Dr. Mohsin Dehlvi, Managing Director, Dehlvi Remedies Pvt. Ltd.
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Prof. Manohar Sajnani, Amity University, Noida
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Mr. Abhishek Malik, General Manager – Sales and Marketing, Fortis Escorts, Okhla
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Dr. Swarup Sinha, Head, ITC Hospitality Management Institute, ITC Hotels Ltd.
The speakers highlighted India's growing potential as a global destination for healthcare and wellness. They emphasised the importance of quality healthcare services, traditional systems of medicine, preventive wellbeing, technological innovation and excellence in hospitality.
Mementos were presented to the distinguished guests in recognition of their participation. Dr. Bhupinder Chaudhary, Head, Department of Hospital Management and Hospice Studies, JMI, delivered the vote of thanks and expressed gratitude to the dignitaries, speakers and participants.
Panel Discussion Focuses on Healthcare Innovation and Policy
A major component of AICHWTH 2026 was a panel discussion involving representatives from government, academia and industry.
The panel featured:
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Dr. R. K. Suman
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Dr. Priyadarshan Singh Lakhawat
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Prof. Amina Sultan
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Dr. Bidhan Das
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Mr. Syed Muneer Azmat
The discussion was moderated by Dr. Pooja Sharma.
The panel explored important issues shaping the healthcare and wellness ecosystem, including healthcare policies, technological advancements, the availability of skilled human resources, data privacy and stronger collaboration between industry and academic institutions.
Conference Receives 75 Research Papers
The conference witnessed participation from faculty members and research scholars of both organising departments, along with researchers and academicians from various reputed institutions.
A total of 75 research papers were received, reflecting academic interest in the conference themes and the growing importance of research in healthcare, wellness tourism and hospitality.
The valedictory session included the announcement of the Best Paper Award and closing remarks by distinguished faculty members.
Industry Partners Support Academic and Professional Collaboration
AICHWTH 2026 received support from its industry partners: Dehlvi Remedies Pvt. Ltd., New Royal Products and Redolence Dazzling Designer Décor.
Their support highlighted the role of industry–academia partnerships in encouraging innovation, knowledge exchange and professional development.
The conference provided a platform for academic and industry stakeholders to exchange perspectives on the changing healthcare and wellness landscape and discuss opportunities for strengthening India's position in the global wellness ecosystem.
FAQs
1. What is AICHWTH 2026?
AICHWTH 2026 is the Annual International Conference on Healthcare, Wellness Tourism and Hospitality organised by Jamia Millia Islamia.
2. When was the JMI international conference held?
The conference was held on November 5, 2026.
3. What was the theme of AICHWTH 2026?
The theme was “Care Without Borders: Innovation to Global Wellness Ecosystem.”
4. Which departments organised the conference?
The Department of Hospital Management and Hospice Studies and the Department of Tourism and Hospitality Management jointly organised the event under the Faculty of Management Studies, JMI.
5. How many research papers were received?
The conference received a total of 75 research papers.
6. What were the major topics discussed at the conference?
Discussions covered healthcare policy, medical tourism, wellness, hospitality, technological advancements, skilled human resources, data privacy and industry–academia collaboration.
7. Who participated in the panel discussion?
The panel included Dr. R. K. Suman, Dr. Priyadarshan Singh Lakhawat, Prof. Amina Sultan, Dr. Bidhan Das and Mr. Syed Muneer Azmat. Dr. Pooja Sharma moderated the discussion.
8. Which organisations supported the conference?
The industry partners were Dehlvi Remedies Pvt. Ltd., New Royal Products and Redolence Dazzling Designer Décor.
9. Where was AICHWTH 2026 organised?
The conference was organised by the Faculty of Management Studies at Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi.
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