AIIMS Bhopal is set to witness a significant event as Prime Minister Narendra Modi will virtually inaugurate the new extension of the medical college building, named Kautilya Bhavan, on Tuesday. This momentous occasion will also be attended by Chief Minister Mohan Yadav, State Minister (Independent Charge) Krishna Gour, Bhopal MP Alok Sharma, AIIMS Bhopal President Dr Sunil Malik, Executive Director and CEO Professor (Dr) Ajai Singh and other esteemed guests. During the inauguration, the Prime Minister will also launch a state-of-the-art drone service facility at AIIMS Bhopal. This advanced drone service aims to enable the safe and efficient transportation of essential medical supplies, initially connecting AIIMS Bhopal with the Community Health Center (CHC) in Goharganj, Raisen district. This new service will significantly reduce the travel time for medical supplies, covering a distance of 30 kilometers in just 20 minutes, compared to the two-hour journey by road. Professor Ajai Singh emphasised the importance of this inauguration, stating, “The construction of Kautilya Bhavan is the result of our continuous efforts aimed at not only improving the quality of healthcare services but also enhancing access to regional health services. This building reflects our commitment to providing quality and affordable healthcare to all.”

 

He further elaborated that Kautilya Bhavan is a modern six-story building (Ground + 5) spanning an area of 11,900 square meters, with a project cost of Rs 64.44 crores. The new facility is expected to facilitate advancements in medical education, research, and clinical services. Professor Singh expressed gratitude for the unwavering support from the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, noting, “We could not have achieved this ambitious project without the co-operation of the Ministry of Health. Their assistance has enabled us to develop new facilities at AIIMS Bhopal.” The inauguration of Kautilya Bhavan and the drone service is part of several key projects by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.