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What is SHAPE 2025? How Will It Transform India’s Healthcare Infrastructure?

India’s first-ever SHAPE 2025 Conference (Sustainable Hospital Architecture, Planning, Infrastructure, and Equipment) marked a historic shift in healthcare infrastructure. Held at Army Hospital Research & Referral (AHRR), New Delhi, on July 26–27, 2025, it brought together armed forces, civil experts, and private stakeholders to redefine hospital design—prioritizing sustainability, disaster resilience, and patient well-being for a health-secure India by 2047.

Why SHAPE 2025 Matters for India’s Healthcare Future
Organized by AHRR’s Department of Hospital Administration, SHAPE 2025 aligns with India’s Viksit Bharat@2047 vision. Inaugurated by DGAFMS Surg Vice Admiral Arti Sarin and AIIMS Director Dr. M. Srinivas, the conference saw 275+ participants—doctors, architects, engineers, and policymakers—collaborating to future-proof healthcare infrastructure.

Key Significance
Timed ahead of India’s 100th independence anniversary, the conference stressed eco-friendly hospitals to cut carbon footprints.
Shift from treatment-centric to prevention-ready, climate-smart healthcare hubs.
Focus on health equity and disaster-proofing medical facilities for crises like pandemics or extreme weather.

Core Objectives
Replace outdated hospital blueprints with AI-driven, green-tech-integrated designs.
Create a national doctrine for sustainable, patient-friendly infrastructure.
Ensure GRIHA-rated, CFEES-certified hospitals with zero-emission energy and healing-centric spaces.

Key Takeaways from SHAPE 2025
Green Hospitals: Solar power, rainwater harvesting, and waste-reduction systems.
Disaster Resilience: Flood-resistant structures, backup energy, and modular ICUs.
Patient-Centric Design: Ergonomic layouts, natural lighting, and noise-free recovery zones.
Public-Private Partnerships: Armed forces and civilian experts co-developing scalable models.
Certification Standards: Mandatory GRIHA/CFEES compliance for new constructions.

FAQs About SHAPE 2025
Q1: Who organized the SHAPE 2025 Conference?
A: The Army Hospital Research & Referral (AHRR), New Delhi, under the Department of Hospital Administration.
Q2: What was the main goal of SHAPE 2025?
A: To transition India’s hospitals to sustainable, tech-driven, and patient-focused infrastructure by 2047.
Q3: How does SHAPE 2025 link to Viksit Bharat@2047?
A: It’s a pillar of India’s long-term vision for self-reliant, eco-conscious healthcare systems.
Q4: Which certifications were highlighted for hospitals?
A: GRIHA (Green Rating) and CFEES (Centre for Fire, Explosives, and Environment Safety) standards.
Q5: Will SHAPE 2025 impact civil hospitals too?
A: Yes! The framework encourages collaboration between armed forces, government, and private players for nationwide adoption.