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A recent report by NLB Services, a global technology, and digital talent solutions provider, has shed light on a significant rise in demand for Indian healthcare professionals both domestically and internationally. According to the report released on Friday, Indian healthcare professionals are expected to witness a 100% increase in demand within the country and a two-fold demand worldwide by the year 2030.
The shortage of healthcare workers on a global scale has fueled this surge in demand for Indian professionals, who are highly esteemed in international markets for their exceptional skills and expertise. With India boasting the largest number of medical colleges globally, it has emerged as a primary exporter of healthcare workers to developed nations across the globe, including Europe, the Gulf region, the US, the UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and Israel.
NLB Services highlighted a notable 15% growth in demand for Indian nurses in markets such as Norway, Germany, and Austria, with a 12-15% increase in demand observed in the UK and UAE over the past 2-3 years. Furthermore, Japan and New Zealand have emerged as new destinations for Indian nurses and doctors seeking employment opportunities abroad.
Sachin Alug, CEO of NLB Services, emphasized India’s growing significance as a source of exportable healthcare talent, particularly for Europe and the Gulf region. He noted the importance of cross-skilling initiatives to ensure that Indian healthcare professionals possess the necessary skills and qualifications to meet the specific healthcare requirements of different countries.
The report also highlighted the steady increase in demand for healthcare professionals within India itself, driven by factors such as population growth, demographic shifts, and the rise of non-communicable diseases. Bengaluru leads the pack in terms of healthcare job opportunities, followed by other major cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, and Hyderabad. Moreover, tier II cities such as Coimbatore, Ernakulam, Ahmedabad, Thiruvananthapuram, and Kochi have also witnessed a rise in healthcare job opportunities.
Kerala was recognized as a significant contributor to healthcare talent migration to the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, particularly to the United Arab Emirates (UAE), while Gujarat is actively enhancing nursing education and training to meet global demands.
The growing demand for home healthcare services, including specialized services like physiotherapy, pain management, and chronic disease care, especially in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, has further fueled the soaring demand for Indian healthcare professionals both domestically and internationally.
