Nagpur : ESIC likely site for temporary AIIMS operations
Nagpur: The first AIIMS at Nagpur is likely to be flagged off from the 200 bedded Employees' State Insurance Corporation ( ESIC ) Hospital at Ganeshpeth. This decision was taken by Chief Minister, Devendra Fadnavis and Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari. The two ministers held a review meeting on Sunday, at Hyderabad House and decided the same.
Gadkari said that if any complications arise in the way of beginning the facility, he would speak to Union Health Minister JP Nadda. Collector, Sachin Kurve and other officials, including AIIMS, Nodal officer, Dr Ravi Chauhan were also present for this meeting and seconded the proposal.
The actual building is being constructed with a budget of Rs.1600 crores at Mihan, making the ESIC facility a temporary make do AIIMS. Raisoni College at Hingna, Panpaliya Hospital at Nandanvan and Pharmacy College had also been shortlisted for it, however, the final choice remained- the 200 bedded ESIC Hospital.
The ESIC Hospital and the three other above stated hospitals will be inspected by technical experts from the Union Ministry Of Health and Family Welfare, and within a month’s time a final decision taken regarding the same, informed sources.
Dr Viral Kamdar, Director of the Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay Institute Medical Sciences Research and Human Resources, who too has been associated with the project said that the Hospital Services Consultancy Corporation (HSSC), the implementing agency for the project, will continue with the construction and other works.
Mr. Fadnavis has directed Kurve to do all possible and have the AIIMS in functioning mode from this academic year itself. The effort would involve coordination between government departments. 150 acres land has been allotted for AIIMS at Mihan.
Gadkari said that if any complications arise in the way of beginning the facility, he would speak to Union Health Minister JP Nadda. Collector, Sachin Kurve and other officials, including AIIMS, Nodal officer, Dr Ravi Chauhan were also present for this meeting and seconded the proposal.
The actual building is being constructed with a budget of Rs.1600 crores at Mihan, making the ESIC facility a temporary make do AIIMS. Raisoni College at Hingna, Panpaliya Hospital at Nandanvan and Pharmacy College had also been shortlisted for it, however, the final choice remained- the 200 bedded ESIC Hospital.
The ESIC Hospital and the three other above stated hospitals will be inspected by technical experts from the Union Ministry Of Health and Family Welfare, and within a month’s time a final decision taken regarding the same, informed sources.
Dr Viral Kamdar, Director of the Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay Institute Medical Sciences Research and Human Resources, who too has been associated with the project said that the Hospital Services Consultancy Corporation (HSSC), the implementing agency for the project, will continue with the construction and other works.
Mr. Fadnavis has directed Kurve to do all possible and have the AIIMS in functioning mode from this academic year itself. The effort would involve coordination between government departments. 150 acres land has been allotted for AIIMS at Mihan.
Our comments section is governed by our Comments Policy . By posting comments at Medical Dialogues you automatically agree with our Comments Policy , Terms And Conditions and Privacy Policy .
Disclaimer: This website is primarily for healthcare professionals. The content here does not replace medical advice and should not be used as medical, diagnostic, endorsement, treatment, or prescription advice. Medical science evolves rapidly, and we strive to keep our information current. If you find any discrepancies, please contact us at corrections@medicaldialogues.in. Read our Correction Policy here. Nothing here should be used as a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. We do not endorse any healthcare advice that contradicts a physician's guidance. Use of this site is subject to our Terms of Use, Privacy Policy, and Advertisement Policy. For more details, read our Full Disclaimer here.
NOTE: Join us in combating medical misinformation. If you encounter a questionable health, medical, or medical education claim, email us at factcheck@medicaldialogues.in for evaluation.