Gujarat’s Rs 500-crore healthcare push: 45 projects, new centres, 521-bed neuro institute

Gujarat has announced a ₹532-crore healthcare development initiative, covering 255 newly inaugurated medical facilities and 45 new projects across the state. The major highlight is a ₹223-crore, 521-bed Institute of Neuroscience and Research Centre at Ahmedabad Civil Hospital, featuring 160 ICU beds and 13 operation theatres. The centre will provide specialised treatment for strokes, brain tumours, spinal disorders and neurological emergencies. The state is also planning new Medicities at Vasai and Kamrej and expanding cardiology and neurology services in Gandhinagar and Surat.