Kerala Health Institutions to Receive ₹69.35 Crore Boost from National

Major Funding Approval for Healthcare in Kerala

The Centre has approved ₹69.35 crore for the development of healthcare institutions in Kerala under the National Health Mission for the 2024-25 period. This funding aims to improve the infrastructure of 29 healthcare institutions across the state.

• Key Projects Funded:
  • ₹6.16 crore for a 50-bed mother and childcare center at Kanjirappally General Hospital, Kottayam.
  • ₹4.70 crore each for constructing warehouses in Kollam and Kozhikode.
  • ₹4.5 crore for new OP and IP blocks at Tata Hospital, Kasaragod.
  • ₹3.33 crore for a skill lab and training center in Malappuram.
  • ₹3.87 crore for renovating the OP block and casualty at Palluruthy Taluk Hospital.
• Other Significant Allocations:
  • ₹3 crore to strengthen the diagnostic block at Pathanamthitta General Hospital.
  • ₹3 crore to enhance the gynaecology department at Idukki District Hospital.
  • ₹1.70 crore for staff quarters at Edamalakudy in Idukki.
  • ₹1.50 crore for the paediatric ward at Perinthalmanna District Hospital, Malappuram.
  • ₹2.10 crore for the casualty block at Pazhayangadi Hospital, Kannur.
  • ₹3.11 crore for renovating the operation theatre at Kanhangad District Hospital, Kasaragod.

This funding is part of a broader initiative to modernize Kerala’s healthcare infrastructure, ensuring better facilities and services for residents across the state.