India has one of the world’s highest rates of out-of-pocket spending in healthcare, and the poorest segments of the population are left behind. The World Bank estimates that 90% of all health needs can be met at the primary healthcare level. Artha’s investment thesis is founded on a belief that business solutions to last mile service, particularly for diagnostics (and therapeutics) is the way forward. The level of ground-breaking innovation not only with technology but in the business models unique to India is astounding, and we are privileged to be a part of this growth story with the entrepreneurs uncovered through our platform and partnerships.