West Asia Conflict Leads to Decline in India's Medical Tourism from the Region

India's medical tourism sector is experiencing a decline in international patient arrivals, particularly from West Asia, due to the ongoing Iran-Israel conflict. Hospitals in Delhi-NCR and other cities report a 30-75% drop in patients from countries like Iraq, Oman, and Saudi Arabia, affecting revenues by up to 20%. Disrupted air routes, increased travel costs, and geopolitical instability are cited as key factors impacting patient inflow and hospital operations.