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😱 Why India’s Public Health Is Trending Under Big Tech’s Shadow.

Introduction 🌍 Why does it often feel like India becomes a testing ground for Big Tech and health experiments ? πŸ€” From unregulated health ads to AI-based diagnostics, Big Tech’s role in India’s public health raises a serious question — are they truly helping, or exploiting loopholes? πŸ’Š What is Happening with Big Tech and Indian Health? In recent years, several global tech companies have entered India’s healthcare sector — AI fitness apps, health data trackers, and digital medicine platforms . While these innovations promise wellness, critics argue that the lack of proper oversight puts millions of Indians at risk. Tech firms collect massive health data without clear consent . Ads promote miracle cures , sometimes bypassing Indian law. Algorithms often lack medical validation approved by Indian authorities. ⚖️ Which Act Prevents This? The Drug and Magic Remedies (Objectionable Advertisements) Act, 1954 is the main Indian law that prevents false health claims and decep...