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Lucknow's Health Hub: ₹5,595 Cr Boost for Advanced Care
12 Feb
Summary
- Four Lucknow medical institutions received over ₹5,595 crore in the 2026-27 budget.
- Funds target quaternary care, robotic surgery, and advanced cancer treatment infrastructure.
- SGPGIMS sees a 74% budget increase for a 500-bed super-speciality complex.
As Uttar Pradesh aims for a medical college in every district, Lucknow has secured over ₹5,595 crore in the 2026-27 budget for its four leading government medical institutions. This funding targets the establishment of quaternary care facilities, acquisition of robotic surgery platforms, and development of advanced cancer treatment infrastructure.
SGPGIMS received a substantial ₹2,246 crore, marking a 74% increase. Funds are earmarked for a 500-bed super-speciality complex, including cardiac, neurosciences, and oncology services, alongside machinery and equipment.
Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia Institute of Medical Sciences will acquire advanced equipment like a robotic system for cancer surgeries and a dual-energy CT scan. King George's Medical University's allocation rose to ₹1,938 crore, with a significant portion for construction and medical equipment.
Kalyan Singh Super Speciality Cancer Institute will utilize its ₹326 crore allocation for high-end oncology upgrades, including a Linear Accelerator and a Da Vinci Robotic Surgery System.
