MediTech Stackathon 2024 Launched by Department of Pharmaceuticals

Current Context: The MEDITECH STACKATHON 2024 was launched by the Department of Pharmaceuticals, Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers on 07 May 2024.

 

• This event was kicked off in New Delhi alongside the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII).
• The Secretary of the Department of Pharmaceuticals, Dr. Arunish Chawla, was present at the launch.
• The MEDITECH STACKATHON is a groundbreaking initiative designed to catalyze transformative change within India’s burgeoning MedTech sector.
• The overarching goal of this strategic endeavor is to undertake a comprehensive value chain analysis of select medical devices.
• This is aimed at fostering domestic manufacturing, reducing import dependence, and positioning India as a global leader in medical technology.

Question:

Q.1 Who launched the MEDITECH STACKATHON 2024?
a. Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
b. Department of Pharmaceuticals, Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers
c. Ministry of Science and Technology
d. Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology