India, April 30 -- India has solidified its position as a pivotal hub for Global Capability Centers (GCCs), especially in the Life Sciences and Healthcare (LSHC) sectors. These centres are instrumental in driving advancements in research and development, digital transformation, regulatory compliance, pharmacovigilance, clinical trial analytics, and supply chain management for global pharmaceutical and healthcare enterprises.

To sustain this momentum, developing a workforce with specialised skills is essential. Currently, LSHC GCCs in India employ over 280,000 professionals. Of this talent pool, 43 per cent are engaged in core healthcare and R&D, 16 per cent specialise in IT, and 41 per cent focus on business process management.

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