SHE - Sampurna Health Enclave (SHE Delhi), a comprehensive centre for women's health, fertility, and wellness, was officially inaugurated in Greater Kailash-II, New Delhi, on June 25. The launch, attended by public representatives, physicians, and healthcare professionals, marks the Delhi chapter of an organization committed to integrating advanced fertility treatment, women's wellness, and preventive healthcare under one roof, anchored in trust, transparency, and compassionate care.
Inauguration Ceremony
The inauguration was graced by Chief Guest Smt. Bansuri Swaraj, Hon'ble Member of Parliament from the New Delhi Constituency, and Guest of Honour Shri Satish Upadhyay, Hon'ble MLA from Malviya Nagar. Former President of Delhi BJP, Virendra Sachdeva, health educator Shri Akhil Thakur, Federation of Press Clubs' President Shri Gautam Lahiri, Agartala Press Club's President Shri Pranab Sarkar, and Pro Vice Chancellor DPS, Mr. Sourabh Goswami, also attended, along with several healthcare professionals and invited guests.
Vision and Founders
Founded by Dr. Sutapa Sen and Dr. Pratim Sengupta, SHE Delhi is envisioned as a centre that unites advanced reproductive medicine with a humane, patient-first approach. It reflects the national aspiration of building a healthy, empowered, and self-reliant society. By delivering world-class fertility and women's healthcare through indigenous expertise, SHE Delhi aligns with the Prime Minister's vision of a Viksit Bharat and an Atmanirbhar Bharat, where women's well-being forms the foundation of a developed and self-reliant nation.
Dr. Sutapa Sen said: "The name Sampurna Health Enclave itself signifies our purpose in women's care. Sampurna, a Sanskrit word meaning totality, reflects the complete care that the women of our country so deeply deserve. It is often said that women are the backbone of our society; I believe they are not only its backbone but also the heart of every family. When they cannot function at their best, not only the family but society itself suffers. SHE is our promise to give women the care they truly deserve."
Dr. Pratim Sengupta described Delhi as a natural choice for taking the initiative to a larger national and global stage. He said: "Delhi gives us the right platform to present ourselves to the nation and the world. Healthcare today is not only about treatment -- patients seek trust, transparency and a sense of reassurance. We wanted SHE Delhi to embody exactly that." He added: "We have worked across many segments of healthcare in many parts of India over the years. Our aim now is to build a dedicated ecosystem for women's healthcare and fertility support -- one that is measured not by numbers, but by the quality of care."
Services Offered
The centre offers complete fertility care, including IVF, ICSI, the Embryoscope time-lapse system for continuous monitoring of embryo development, and fertility preservation, supported by a state-of-the-art embryology laboratory. Additionally, it provides advanced gynaecological endoscopy surgery, genetic counselling, and foetal medicine.
Emphasis on Empathy
Senior gynaecologist and fertility specialist Dr. Sutapa Sen emphasized that the vision extends beyond medical infrastructure. "Infertility can be emotionally exhausting for couples. Patients often arrive carrying fear, confusion and years of disappointment. In such moments, they need not only advanced technology, but also empathy and honest guidance. Here, we want every woman to feel comfortable and able to discuss her health concerns openly and without hesitation," she said.
Expansion Plans
The founders outlined plans to expand services beyond fertility and routine gynaecological care, including wellness programmes and preventive healthcare services. "There is growing awareness around preventive health today, especially among younger women. We want to build services that support women through every stage of life -- not only during pregnancy or fertility treatment," Dr. Sen noted.
Dr. Sengupta also shared plans to introduce training programmes for junior doctors and aspiring embryologists. "India needs more well-trained fertility professionals and embryologists. As institutions grow, they must also contribute to mentor the next generation," he said.
Background on Infertility in India
Infertility is emerging as a significant public health challenge in India. The World Health Organization estimates that one in six adults globally experiences infertility during their lifetime. In India, studies suggest that between 10 and 15 per cent of married couples experience infertility -- nearly 27-30 million couples seeking some form of fertility support. India's Total Fertility Rate has fallen below the replacement level to around 2.0. Factors driving this trend include delayed parenthood, obesity, diabetes, stress, PCOS, endometriosis, and declining sperm quality. Male-factor infertility now contributes to nearly half of all cases.
India hosts more than 3,000 fertility clinics and is a leading destination for reproductive medicine. A standard IVF cycle in India costs between ₹1.5 lakh and ₹3 lakh, substantially lower than in the US (over $15,000) or the UK (£5,000-£8,000), yet clinical outcomes are increasingly comparable. Take-home baby rates for women under 35 range between 40 and 50 per cent. However, most Indian couples bear treatment costs out of pocket, and research shows that IVF expenses can push nearly 90 per cent of affected households into severe financial distress.
Future Outlook
India's biotechnology ecosystem offers potential for research and development in reproductive medicine, including AI for embryo selection, genomics, cryopreservation, and stem-cell therapy. SHE Delhi aims to be a step in transforming India from a large IVF market into a global hub for fertility innovation. Located at E-516, Greater Kailash-II, SHE Delhi has been launched as a specialised centre with a vision to expand trusted, indigenous women's healthcare across metropolitan and Tier-2 cities.
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