Discover how Hyderabad is leveraging Miss World 2025 to showcase its booming medical tourism sector, with world-class hospitals, affordable treatments, and global patient inflow.
Hyderabad Medical Tourism 2025: Miss World Event Boosts Global Spotlight
Hyderabad’s New Crown Jewel: How Miss World 2025 is Spotlighting the City’s Medical Tourism Boom
Hyderabad is fast emerging as a global healthcare destination, blending medical excellence with world-class hospitality.
When you think of Miss World, you imagine crowns, couture, and global goodwill. But this year, Hyderabad—the vibrant host city of Miss World 2025—is preparing to showcase a different crown jewel: its meteoric rise as a global medical tourism hub.
Global Stage Meets Global Healthcare
While contestants dazzle against iconic backdrops like Charminar and Yadadri Temple, a unique detour awaits them on 16 May—AIG Hospital will host a Medical Tourism Introduction Program. This first-of-its-kind event will seamlessly blend glamour and global health diplomacy, setting the stage for Telangana to broadcast its healthcare prowess to over 150+ nations.
Once known primarily as India’s tech epicenter, Hyderabad is now scripting a new story—one where cutting-edge healthcare meets compassionate hospitality. And the numbers speak volumes.
From 75,000 foreign patients in 2014 to over 1.55 lakh in 2024, the rise has been staggering. Domestically too, 8.82 crore patients from across India travelled to Telangana last year seeking top-notch medical care.
What is Medical Tourism, and Why Hyderabad?
In simple terms, medical tourism—or medical value travel—is when patients cross borders to access medical care that is either faster, more affordable, or more advanced.
According to Prem Gokul, AVP of International Business at KIMS Hospitals:
- Waitlist Warriors – Patients from Canada, UK, and Australia escape long healthcare queues.
- Budget Seekers – Americans and others seek affordable surgeries abroad.
- Access Chasers – Patients from Africa and Asia pursue advanced diagnostics and transplants unavailable locally.
Hyderabad excels in serving all three categories—with KIMS-Sunshine, Apollo, Yashoda, and AIG Hospitals leading the charge in robotic surgeries, transplants, oncology, and more.
Key Factors Driving Hyderabad’s Medical Tourism Boom
- Affordable Treatments: 60–80% cheaper than in the West
(e.g., Heart surgery ~$5,000–10,000 vs. $100,000 in the US) - Minimal Waiting Times: Swift consultations and surgeries
- World-Class Doctors: Globally trained medical experts
- English-speaking Staff: Smooth communication for international patients
- Streamlined e-Visas & Connectivity: Direct flights to Dhaka, Addis Ababa, etc.
- Patient-Centric Ecosystem: From airport pickups to interpreters
From Somalia to Sudan: Hyderabad’s Global Patient Map
According to Gokul, Somalia tops the list, thanks to strong community networks in the city. Bangladesh, Sudan, and Oman follow closely. Today, Hyderabad’s medical tourism industry is worth ₹500 crore, with projections to triple to ₹1,500 crore in the next 3–4 years.
How Miss World 2025 Supercharges the Momentum
With delegates from 120 countries, Miss World 2025 is more than a beauty pageant—it’s a platform to position Hyderabad as an international healthcare destination.
“Global events like Miss World fast-track what would take years of traditional marketing,” says Gokul. “They give instant visibility and credibility.”
Hyderabad vs Chennai & Delhi: The Competitive Landscape
| City | Strengths |
|---|---|
| Chennai | Long-established healthcare capital; proximity to Sri Lanka & Maldives |
| Delhi | Strong corporate hospitals, superior air connectivity |
| Hyderabad | New entrant with high growth, focus on visibility & hospitality |
“Hyderabad’s late entry is a blessing—we can leapfrog by prioritizing ecosystem building, direct flights, and knowledge exchange with Africa and Asia,” Gokul notes.
The Road Ahead: Strategic Priorities
- Direct Flights Expansion – More routes to Africa & Asia
- Skill Development & Knowledge Exchange – Build ties with referral hospitals in target nations
- Tourism Ministry Integration – Promote medical tourism alongside Telangana Tourism’s global roadshows
- Patient-Centric Ecosystem – From visa facilitation to post-op care and hospitality services
Will Regional Instability Impact the Boom?
Yes—but only temporarily, experts say. Geopolitical shifts (like Afghanistan’s regime change or Bangladesh’s political turmoil) can disrupt patient flow. However, India’s unmatched affordability, clinical excellence, and word-of-mouth reputation ensure long-term resilience.
Hyderabad’s Moment Is Now
With the global spotlight of Miss World 2025, Hyderabad is poised to cement its place as one of the world’s leading medical tourism destinations. As the city fine-tunes its ecosystem—from advanced treatments to compassionate care—patients from across continents will find more than just healthcare here. They’ll find healing with heart.