Kerala to Get AIIMS After March 2026, Says Centre
The Union Health Ministry clarified that Kerala will receive an All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) only after March 2026, coinciding with the next phase of the Pradhan Mantri Swasthya Suraksha Yojana (PMSSY). The current phase ends in March 2026. The Centre plans to set up an AIIMS in each state in phases. While the Kerala government has identified sites like Kinalur in Kozhikode, none have been officially approved yet. The disclosure suggests a decision is unlikely during the tenure of the current state government.
Key Points
- AIIMS setup is part of the phased implementation of the Pradhan Mantri Swasthya Suraksha Yojana (PMSSY).
- The project is dependent on the Ministry of Finance granting in-principle approval for the next phase.
- The Kerala state government has set aside 150 acres in Kozhikode for the proposed institute.
Exam Facts
- Scheme: Pradhan Mantri Swasthya Suraksha Yojana (PMSSY).
- Timeline: Next phase begins after March 2026.
- Land: 150 acres identified in Kinalur, Kozhikode district.
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