Synopsis
On February 23, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will lay the foundation for the Medical Science & Research Institute in Madhya Pradesh's Chhatapur district, boosting cancer care with a 100-bed facility funded by Bageshwar Dham Jan Seva Samiti.Key Takeaways
- Foundation stone for cancer hospital to be laid by PM Modi.
- Located in Chhatapur district, Madhya Pradesh.
- 100-bed facility offering free treatment for underprivileged.
- Estimated construction cost is Rs 218 crore.
- Completion targeted within 36 months.
Bhopal, Feb 22 (NationPress) Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to conduct the 'bhumi-pujan' ceremony for the Medical Science & Research Institute located in the Chhatapur district of Madhya Pradesh on February 23.
A multi-speciality hospital with over 100 beds, along with a cancer research center, is being established by the Bageshwar Dham Jan Seva Samiti in Garha village.
This hospital marks the second significant contribution from the Prime Minister to the Bundelkhand region. Previously, PM Modi inaugurated the Ken-Betwa river linking project during his visit to Khajuraho on December 25, commemorating the birth anniversary of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee.
The cancer hospital, for which PM Modi will lay the foundation stone, is estimated to cost around Rs 218 crore. The project has been allocated a total of 10.925 hectares of land, according to an official announcement.
The construction of the hospital is expected to be completed within 36 months. In its initial phase, the facility will include a 100-bed setup, featuring cutting-edge equipment and specialized medical professionals, providing free treatment to economically disadvantaged cancer patients.
PM Modi is scheduled to land at Khajuraho Airport on February 23 at 12:30 p.m. and will proceed to Bageshwar Dham via an Air Force helicopter.
After performing the 'bhumi-puja' at the hospital, PM Modi will spend an hour at Bageshwar Dham before returning to Khajuraho Airport at 2:10 PM. Subsequently, he will head to Bhopal to participate in the Global Investor Summit on February 24.
Security measures include the deployment of approximately 72 gazetted officers, 15 IPS officers, and 55 ASP-DSP level officials at Bageshwar Dham. The vicinity has been designated an anti-drone zone, with thorough checks on vehicles, hotels, and dharamshalas.
Khajuraho Airport has been declared a no-flying zone to ensure the Prime Minister's safety.
Chhatarpur CSP Aman Mishra stated, 'Around 2500-3000 police personnel have been assigned for security and smooth management of the event. Arrangements for their food, water, and accommodation are being established. All preparations are in place.'
Additionally, President Draupadi Murmu is also set to visit Bageshwar Dham to attend a mass marriage ceremony scheduled for February 26.
