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Tiruppur Cancer Centre Opens Doors Soon
21 Feb
Summary
- A new 100-bedded cancer care center is ready for commissioning.
- The facility features advanced equipment like LINAC and Brachytherapy.
- Expansion plans include PET-CT scans and vital laboratory equipment.
The Comprehensive Cancer Care Centre at Government Medical College Hospital, Tiruppur, is nearing its commissioning after two years of development. Initiated through the Namakku Naame Scheme by Rotary and Public Welfare Trust, the 100-bedded, 50,000 sq. ft. facility represents a ₹60 crore investment.
Key equipment includes a bunker structure, a Medical Linear Accelerator (LINAC-truebeam-dual energy), and Brachytherapy for internal radiation. The LINAC was acquired via the Tamil Nadu Medical Services Corporation. The Tiruppur Rotary Public Welfare Trust mobilized ₹5 crore as its one-third share for this public-private partnership.
District Collector Manish Narnaware recently inspected the facility. Official sources indicate the Minister for Information and Publicity, M.P. Saminathan, will inaugurate the centre on Tuesday, February 24, 2026. Future phases of expansion, costing ₹40 crore, are planned to include PET-CT scans and additional vital laboratory equipment.
