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India seeks cabinet approval for ₹8,000 crore genome research initiative

1 report, 1 independent Updated Oct 1
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The Government of India is considering an ₹8,000 crore outlay to anchor advanced genome research through a not-for-profit company. This initiative aims to create a genetic database of diverse population groups to improve public health management. The proposal, which was examined by the Expenditure Finance Committee, may soon be presented to the cabinet for clearance.

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The research findings are intended to help develop low-cost diagnostics, improve prediction of drug response, and support targeted screening for genetic disorders. This effort is significant because India's diverse population is currently underrepresented in global genome databases.

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  • Chandrakant LahariyaCommented on the government's proposal for the genome initiative.
  • Government of IndiaProposing the ₹8,000 crore genome research initiative.
  • cabinetThe body that must provide formal clearance for the proposal.

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