Stroke has become a growing health crisis in India, with more than 1.8 million new cases annually, making it one of the leading causes of disability and death in the country. The condition imposes a significant emotional and financial burden on patients and their families while underscoring critical gaps in healthcare infrastructure, awareness, and timely treatment. Recognizing the urgent need for comprehensive solutions, the 2nd Edition of the National Stroke Conclave and Awards, organized by Voice of Healthcare (VOH), Endorsed & Supported by the Indian Stroke Association and Presented by Marengo Asia Hospitals which took place on Saturday.
Dr. P. Ganeshkumar from ICMR highlighted after BP, air pollution is the main reason for strokes.
This landmark event bring together India’s top neurologists, policymakers, healthcare professionals, and innovators to collaborate on improving stroke prevention, acute care, and rehabilitation. The event’s centerpiece is the Stroke Innovation & Excellence Awards, honoring individuals and organizations leading the charge in transforming stroke care in India.
The day’s proceedings will begin with an Inaugural Session featuring opening remarks by Dr. Naveen Nishchal Founder Chairman of Voice Of Healthcare and co-founder of Medo-Doxper and Cygnus Hospital“Stroke remains one of the most pressing yet preventable health challenges in India. With over 12 lakh deaths annually, it’s crucial to address awareness, timely treatment, and preventive measures, especially hypertension control. Together, through collaborative efforts in education, infrastructure, and policy, we can transform stroke care and create a lasting impact,” followed by addresses from eminent speakers such as Dr. Jeyaraj Pandian, President of the World Stroke Organization“It’s a great moment for all the delegates gathered here for the second edition of the VOH Stroke Conclave. While we face the challenge of limited resources to manage the growing number of stroke patients, we must ask how we can ensure equitable services. The WHO emphasizes stroke surveillance as a priority, yet the struggle lies in gathering reliable data on mortality and addressing variations across regions. A comprehensive approach that includes rehabilitation and prevalence programs, both locally and globally, is critical to transforming stroke care and outcomes.”
Dr. K Madan Gopal, Advisor to NHSRC, Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, GOI stated “Addressing stroke care in India requires a multi-faceted approach that integrates prevention, timely diagnosis, and robust infrastructure. While programs like hypertension and diabetes screening under the National Program for Non-Communicable Diseases are vital, the real challenge lies in building capacity, from increasing the number of neurologists to leveraging digital health solutions like telemedicine. Collective efforts from public and private sectors are essential to bridge these gaps and create a sustainable impact on stroke prevention and management.”
