15/02/2026
Funding & Resource Allocation in Hospice: The Indian Scenario
At IAPCON 2026, Dr. Natasha Kaul Verma, Head - Cipla Palliative Care and Training Centre. Pune, explained how palliative care in India has grown not just through goodwill, but through strong, long‑term partnerships and judicious use of resources.
Key takeaways she shared:
• Palliative care began with charity, but today it is strengthened by structured CSR and responsible, purpose‑led funding.
• Good funding does more than pay for services, it helps organisations improve quality, build systems, and earn the trust needed to reach more patients.
• Hospices are gradually evolving into centres that can complement home and hospital services, contributing to more accessible and coordinated care over time.
When funding is intentional and long‑term, it can strengthen an entire care ecosystem, not just a single organisation.
Funding & Resource Allocation in Hospice: The Indian Scenario
At IAPCON 2026, Dr. Natasha Kaul Verma, Head - Cipla Palliative Care and Training Centre. Pune, explained how palliative care in India has grown not just through goodwill, but through strong, long‑term partnerships and judicious use of resources.
Key takeaways she shared:
• Palliative care began with charity, but today it is strengthened by structured CSR and responsible, purpose‑led funding.
• Good funding does more than pay for services, it helps organisations improve quality, build systems, and earn the trust needed to reach more patients.
• Hospices are gradually evolving into centres that can complement home and hospital services, contributing to more accessible and coordinated care over time.
When funding is intentional and long‑term, it can strengthen an entire care ecosystem, not just a single organisation.