Global Life Sciences Industry including Pharmaceuticals, Biotechnology, Medical Devices and Healthcare Services is estimated to be worth over US $3 trillion

In recent times, life sciences has emerged as one of the most promising segments in terms of growth as well as providing benefits to a vast number of people in the world.

The Asia-Pacific region accounts for nearly 20 percent of the sector even though it is home to nearly 60 percent of the world’s population. But this region is fast catching up with double-digit growth rates.

The healthcare industry employs over four million people, which makes it one of the largest service sectors in the economy of India. It is expected to grow in size to Rs. 270,000 crore by 2012.