Navigating Data Protection in Healthcare: Legal Insights for India

Date and Time:

Thursday, 09 April, 2026
(06:30 PM – 07:30 PM IST)

 

INTRODUCTION

The evolving landscape of healthcare in India is witnessing rapid digitization, making patient data one of the most sensitive and valuable assets. The Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023, along with the rules, imposes obligations across sectors including the healthcare sector. Amid growing scrutiny from regulators and increasing awareness among patients, compliance is no longer optional. This webinar will explore the legal framework governing healthcare data, highlight emerging compliance obligations and best practices, and provide guidance for healthcare professionals, healthcare platforms and medical practitioners seeking to navigate the intersection of healthcare, technology, and privacy law.

Key Discussion Points

  • Scope of data protection obligations in healthcare: What is covered and what is not?
  • Intersection with existing healthcare regulations: Do compliance frameworks converge?
  • Handling research and clinical data: What the law permits and requires?
  • Practical compliance considerations for healthcare organizations, healthcare platforms and medical practitioners.

Flow of the session

06:30 PM to 07:15 PM (IST)

Focused Discussion

07:15 PM to 07:30 PM (IST)

Audience Q&A

Speakers

Dr. Milind Antani

Lead – Pharma, Life Sciences & Healthcare Law Practice

Nishith Desai Associates

 

Aaron Kamath

Lead – Tech, Digital Media & Commercial Law Practice

Nishith Desai Associates

 

Tanya Kukade

Member – Pharma, Life Sciences & Healthcare Law Practice

Nishith Desai Associates

 

Uttara Jhaveri

Member – Healthcare & Technology Law Practice

Nishith Desai Associates