Chhattisgarh approves tender rates for 4 new medical colleges among 6 healthcare projects

The approvals were granted during the 51st board meeting of the Chhattisgarh Medical Services Corporation Limited (CGMSC), held in New Raipur, an official said

Published on: Oct 23, 2025, 12:55:21 IST

By Ritesh Mishra

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Raipur: The Chhattisgarh government has approved tender rates for six health care construction projects, including four new government medical colleges in the state, officials said on Thursday.

In addition, the board approved the construction of a 220-bed hospital in Manendragarh at ₹28.48 crore, as well as a Government Ayurveda College and Hospital in Bilaspur at ₹79.52 crore. (Representative photo)

The approvals were granted during the 51st board meeting of the Chhattisgarh Medical Services Corporation Limited (CGMSC), held in New Raipur, an official said.

The board sanctioned construction for new medical college buildings in Manendragarh, Kabirdham, Janjgir-Champa, and Geedam, approving tender rates of ₹323.03 crore for Manendragarh, ₹318.27 crore each for Kabirdham and Janjgir-Champa, and ₹326.53 crore for Geedam.

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These colleges are expected to significantly enhance the state’s capacity for medical education while providing modern facilities for training future doctors and health care professionals, said a senior government official.

In addition, the board approved the construction of a 220-bed hospital in Manendragarh at ₹28.48 crore, as well as a Government Ayurveda College and Hospital in Bilaspur at ₹79.52 crore.

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Health minister Shyam Bihari Jaiswal expressed gratitude to chief minister Vishnudev Sai and highlighted that the new medical colleges would help increase the availability of doctors and medical staff, strengthening the state’s overall health care system.

Health secretary Amit Kataria said, “These initiatives will not only expand medical education and hospital infrastructure but also ensure equitable access to high-quality healthcare in remote and underserved regions of the state.”

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Ritesh Mishra
Ritesh Mishra is the State Correspondent for Chhattisgarh with Hindustan Times. He reports on Maoism, internal security, politics, mining, governance, and major developments shaping the state. Based in Raipur, he has covered Chhattisgarh since 2016, reporting extensively from the Bastar region and other conflict-affected areas. With nearly two decades of experience in journalism, Ritesh has built a reputation for ground reporting from some of India's most challenging terrains. His coverage spans Left-Wing Extremism, counter-insurgency operations, elections, tribal affairs, environmental issues, infrastructure, mining, and socio-economic developments. He has reported on major security operations, policy initiatives, wildlife crime, and the changing dynamics of conflict and development in Central India. Before moving to Chhattisgarh, Ritesh spent eight years reporting from Madhya Pradesh, covering politics, administration, crime, development, and social issues. Throughout his career, he has reported on various forms of extremism in Central India, combining field reporting with in-depth analysis to produce accurate, balanced, and impactful journalism. Prior to joining Hindustan Times, Ritesh worked with The Pioneer and The Free Press Journal, where he covered a wide range of beats and honed his skills in political, investigative, and field reporting. His reporting is marked by exclusive stories, extensive fieldwork, and a commitment to factual, on-the-ground journalism that brings complex issues to a wider audience.Read More

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