NEW DELHI / PANCHKULA | February 18, 2026 — The Healthcare Leaders Collective Foundation (HLCF), a premier organization registered under the Societies Act 1860, is proud to announce the appointment of Dr. K. Madan Gopal to its Advisory Board as Chief Advisor.
Dr. Madan Gopal is a towering figure in Indian public health, bringing over 30 years of distinguished experience in health systems strengthening, governance, policy formulation, and large-scale programme implementation at both state and national levels.
A Career Defined by Strategic Reform Dr. Madan Gopal currently serves as the Advisor & Head – Public Health Administration at the National Health Systems Resource Centre (NHSRC). His career is marked by high-impact leadership roles, most notably as Senior Consultant (Health) at NITI Aayog, where he was a key architect of landmark initiatives such as the State Health Index.
His expertise spans the critical spectrum of modern healthcare, including:
- Evidence-based strategic planning and health system reforms.
- Performance measurement and national healthcare benchmarking.
- Capacity building and health governance.
- Improving healthcare delivery models for underserved and vulnerable populations.
Official Induction and Welcome Dr. Madan Gopal was formally inducted into the HLCF Advisory Board in a facilitation ceremony where he was presented with an official appointment letter. The ceremony was led by:
- Prof. Ravinder Pal Chawla, Vice President, HLCF
- Mr. B. N. Choudhary, Member, HLCF
Strengthening HLCF’s Strategic Vision The addition of Dr. Madan Gopal to the Advisory Board significantly elevates HLCF’s ability to engage in high-level policy dialogue. Speaking on the appointment, the HLCF leadership noted:
“Dr. Madan Gopal’s profound understanding of the Indian health ecosystem and his experience at the highest levels of policy planning at NITI Aayog and NHSRC will be transformative for HLCF. His guidance will greatly strengthen our strategic vision and our capacity to advise on systemic healthcare improvements across the nation.”
With this appointment, HLCF continues to consolidate a powerhouse of intellectual and administrative leadership, ensuring the foundation remains a catalyst for meaningful change in the healthcare sector.
