PMCH Patna: CM Nitish Kumar Inaugurates 1117-Bed Hospital | New Hope
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on 3rd May 2025, inaugurated Tower-1 and Tower-2 of Patna Medical College and Hospital (PMCH Patna). This is a part of the major ₹5500 crore redevelopment after which the PMCH Patna will become the world’s second largest hospital (in terms of no. of beds).
The new hospital tower husband built under the first phase of the PMCH Patna redevelopment project. It includes 1117 beds with advanced medical facilities in order to aid thousands of patients from Bihar and neighbouring states.
During the inauguration, Bihar CM Nitish Kumar announced how the entire PMCH Patna re development will be done in three phases. The this is not just about constructing new buildings, rather it highlights the strong commitment of the Bihar Government in offering high quality healthcare facilities which will be accessible for all. The aim is to build future ready healthcare system so as to meet the rising demand of the people.
Let’s dive into the details of the PMCH Patna redevelopment and the inauguration ceremony, you can use the following Table of Contents to navigate as per your liking :
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New Facilities at PMCH Patna
Two new towers have been inaugurated which are Pulley equipped with Hi-Tech Medical technology. The facility includes 65 automated ICU beds, 44 post-ICU beds, 100 private rooms, 10 deluxe rooms, and 2 exclusive suites as reported by officials. Every individual will have access to the best possible health care facilities.
Additionally, 10 new OPDs (Outpatient Departments) and emergency wards have been inaugurated which costed around ₹160 crores. These are fitted with advanced equipments and meant to improve patient care.
Vision Behind PMCH Patna Redevelopment
As we have already covered, the total cost of redeveloping PMCH Patna is projected to be around ₹5500 crores! This major investment will be used to re-develop PMCH to have a total capacity of 5462 beds making it the largest hospital in India. This is a major achievement of Bihar as it if often stereotyped for poor infrastructure.
The Bihar government is strongly committed to increasing the number of medical colleges and MBBS seats as well so that the students don’t have to migrate to other states and countries for higher education. We have covered a recent development regarding new medical colleges as Bihar saw 13-fold increase in MBBS Seats in just the last 10 years in our previous article, if you are interested you can access the info here.
Apart from this, Bihar is ranking number 1 in distribution of free medicines. We have covered this topic in detail here.
The Historical Significance of PMCH Patna
PMCH Patna was founded in 1925 and it is one of the oldest and most respected medical institutions in eastern India. It has served as a lifeline of patients across Bihar and neighbouring states such as Jharkhand, Uttar Pradesh and West Bengal. However, the hospital infrastructure had become outdated and needed a redevelopment, thus, the Bihar government has planned to carry out the major infrastructural development of PMCH Patna to re-establish it’s dominance all over India.
Expert Opinions and Public Reactionse
Medical experts are welcoming this move, calling it a crucial step toward solving many of the healthcare challenges faced by Bihar. Dr. Ramesh Singh, a senior physician at PMCH Patna, said, ” PMCH Patna is finally getting the infrastructure it deserved, the new ICUs and OPDs will enhance the experience for the patients along with ensuring timely treatment.”
Local residents also expressed their views about the PMCH re-development. Rekha Devi, a patient’s relative, said, “We used to wait for hours, even days, to get proper treatment here. With the new facilities, we hope things will happen timely and patients will suffer less.” The inauguration of the new towers has generated a sense of hope and pride among the people of Patna and Bihar at large.
Economic and Social Impact
This which also boost economic development and social development. The construction process is creating a huge amount of jobs, apart from that, after the complete revamp, employment opportunities will increase rapidly for medical staff, doctors, nurses etc. Also, local businesses especially pharmacies, diagnostic labs, and guesthouses will benefit the most as the footfall around those areas will increase significantly.
When patients will get better health care facilities in their own state they will not need to travel to metro cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata etc for treatment. This will save time, money and effort making the treatment more affordable and accessible for average people.
Conclusion
While the second and third phase of the PMCH Patna re development is yet to be completed, the recent inauguration of Tower-1 and Tower-2 marks significant progress. The second phases will be end at the full expansion of the PMCH Patna to the expected capacity. The government must carry out all the processes on time.
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The redevelopment of PMCH Patna is indeed a significant step towards improving healthcare in Bihar. The addition of advanced medical facilities and the increase in bed capacity will undoubtedly benefit thousands of patients. It’s impressive to see the Bihar Government’s commitment to providing high-quality healthcare accessible to all. The inclusion of automated ICU beds and advanced equipment shows a forward-thinking approach. However, I wonder how the hospital plans to maintain these facilities in the long run. Will there be sufficient training for the medical staff to handle the new technology? Also, how will the hospital ensure that these services remain affordable for the common people? It’s a commendable initiative, but sustainability and accessibility are key to its success. What are your thoughts on this?