Ahmedabad Medicity to get world-class 'Spine and Sports Injury Centre' at cost of Rs 295 crore: Gujarat Health Minister Praful Pansheriya
Gandhinagar, June 17
Minister of State for Health Department Praful Pansheriya on Wednesday said that to address the rising burden of spinal-related diseases in Gujarat and meet the healthcare demands of upcoming global sporting events, a world-class Spine Institute, Sports Injury Centre and Rehabilitation Centre equipped with international-standard facilities will be established at Ahmedabad Medicity at an estimated cost of Rs 295 crore.
According to an official release from the Gujarat Chief Minister's Office (CMO), under the chairmanship of Praful Pansheriya, a high-level review meeting regarding the planning and progress of this project was held on Wednesday in Gandhinagar. The meeting was attended by the Director of the Government Spine Institute, Dr Piyush Mittal, senior officials of the Health Department, and officials of the PIU.
Providing further details about the meeting, Praful Pansheriya said that under the efforts of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Gujarat is striving to host the Commonwealth Games in 2030 and the Olympic Games in 2036. He stated that this institute will prove to be a boon for the State's athletes by providing world-class medical treatment and rehabilitation facilities within Gujarat itself.
Outlining the broader vision of the project, he said that the objective is not merely to provide treatment, but to develop Gujarat into a global hub for sports medicine and spine care capable of addressing future challenges. He congratulated the doctors, noting that no infection cases have been reported in spine surgeries performed in Gujarat over the last three years, a release stated.
He emphasised that colleges equipped with advanced academic facilities will be established within the complex to develop super-specialist manpower. Special arrangements will also be created to facilitate world-class research in the fields of spine care and sports medicine, enabling experts from across India and abroad to contribute their services and expertise in the future.
He further stated that the proposed complex will provide all modern facilities for accurate diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of spinal disorders and sports-related injuries under one roof. Notably, the advanced Spine Institute will offer facilities such as complex spine surgeries, a Sports Injury Centre, and a world-class Rehabilitation Centre.
During the meeting, he instructed PIU and departmental officials to set clear timelines and ensure the project is implemented quickly while maintaining high-quality standards, a release added.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Great initiative! But I'm a bit skeptical about the timeline. We've seen many grand announcements before—remember the Medicity itself was supposed to be fully operational years ago. Hope the officials actually follow through and don't get stuck in bureaucratic delays. Also, what about the rehabilitation centre? Will it be accessible to common people or just for athletes? 🤔
As someone who suffered a spinal injury in a road accident, I can't express how much we need specialised centres like this. The current waiting lists in government hospitals are insane—patients wait months for surgery. If this centre offers affordable treatment to all, it will be a game-changer for millions of Indians. Just hope the "world-class" tag doesn't mean only the rich can afford it.
I'm all for sports medicine advancement, but what about primary healthcare in rural areas? Many villages in Gujarat still lack basic physiotherapy services. This Rs 295 crore could have built multiple smaller clinics across the state. Focus on Olympic dreams is fine, but don't forget the common man's daily struggles. #BalanceNeeded 😕
Impressive! A dedicated Spine Institute, Sports Injury Centre, AND Rehabilitation Centre under one roof? This is what we need to match global standards. The fact that no infection cases were reported in spine surgeries in Gujarat for three years is phenomenal—that trust will bring patients from all over India. Just ensure they also train local doctors and don't rely entirely on foreign experts. Make in India for healthcare too!
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