India Telemedicine Market Report and Forecast 2025-2034

India Telemedicine Market Overview

Telemedicine employs electronic and telecommunication technology to facilitate communication between a doctor and a patient via video calls, text messages, and others. In India, the presence of affordable internet services and the widespread use of smartphones are fuelling the demand of the market. Moreover, the rising healthcare needs as a result of a large population size and a growing elderly population in the region significantly contribute to the global telemedicine market. Several factors such as the increased emphasis on digitalization in the healthcare sector, the rise in strategic partnerships among the key market players, and the introduction of AI-based chatbots and advanced telemedicine platforms are influencing the market dynamics.

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India Telemedicine Market Growth Drivers

Launch of Telemedicine Clinics to Affect the Market Landscape Significantly

In July 2024, the CSR arm of Hyundai Motor India (HMIL), Hyundai Motor India Foundation (HMIF), launched 5 telemedicine clinics in Talegaon, Pune, Maharashtra as part of its Sparsh Sanjeevani healthcare initiative. The addition of these new clinics extended the network of telemedicine clinics established by the Hyundai Motor India Foundation in underserved regions in India. Such initiatives help in promoting remote medical consultations and services through telemedicine platforms and thus aid in fuelling market growth.

Increased Internet Penetration to Boost India Telemedicine Market Demand

Recent data reveals that India has over 820 million active internet users, with more than 442 million of them belonging to the rural parts of the country. Further, it is reported that in 2023, internet penetration increased by 8% as compared to the previous year, reflecting a significant growth in internet usage. This rapid increase in internet usage among the Indian population, supported by affordable internet services and rising smartphone adoption, is a major growth driver for telemedicine services.

India Telemedicine Market Trends

India Telemedicine Market Segmentation

India Telemedicine Market Share

Market Segmentation Based on Telemedicine Type is Expected to Witness Substantial Growth

Based on the type, the market is segmented into tele-hospitals, mHealth, and tele-homes, among others. Tele-hospitals hold a significant market share and offer a range of services including remote consultations, diagnostics and monitoring, and treatment and follow-ups. This segment facilitates access to specialized medical professionals and advanced treatments remotely, which is particularly needed in remote or rural areas. The growth of tele-hospitals is supported by the rising healthcare needs and the Indian government's supportive policies in promoting digital healthcare.

India Telemedicine Market Analysis by Region

In India, the telemedicine market can be segmented regionally into North India, West and Central India, South India, and East India. North India is a major market for telemedicine owing to the high internet penetration and large population size. With major cities like Delhi, Chandigarh, and Lucknow, the region boasts advanced healthcare facilities and robust government initiatives that are boosting the adoption of telemedicine services. South India also holds a high market value which can be attributed to the rising levels of digital literacy and proactive policies of the state government to improve healthcare access in both urban and rural areas.

Leading Players in the India Telemedicine Market

Other key players in the market include Koninklijke Philips N.V., Veradigm, Inc., DocOnline, Lybrate, Inc., Dhanush Healthcare Systems Private Limited, Plum Telehealth and XpressCure.

Key Questions Answered in the India Telemedicine Market Report

• What was the India telemedicine market value in 2024?
• What is the India telemedicine market forecast outlook for 2025-2034?
• What are the regional markets covered in the EMR report?
• What is market segmentation based on components?
• What is the market breakup based on type?
• What are the major applications of the market?
• Who are the major end users in the market?
• What are the major factors aiding the India telemedicine market demand? 
• How has the market performed so far and how is it anticipated to perform in the coming years?
• What are the market's major drivers, opportunities, and restraints? 
• Which regional market is expected to lead the market share in the forecast period? 
• How does the rising internet penetration affect the market landscape?
• What are the major India telemedicine market trends?
• How does the rise in the aging population impact the market size?
• Which component will dominate the market share? 
• Which telemedicine type is expected to have a high market value in the coming years?
• Which application is anticipated to dominate the market share in the forecast period?
• Which end user is projected to contribute to the highest market growth?
• Who are the key players involved in the India telemedicine market?
• What are the current unmet needs and challenges in the market?
• How are partnerships, collaborations, mergers and acquisitions among the key market players shaping the market dynamics?