Health City Vistar Hospital is a key outcome of the Global Investors Summit, says CM Yogi

Lucknow : The MoUs signed during the Investors Summit organized by the Yogi government, which aims to transform Uttar Pradesh into a one trillion dollar economy, are now being realized, showcasing a promising future. A prime example of this progress is the Health City Vistar Hospital and Trauma Center, situated in Sector-4, Vasant Khand, Gomti Nagar Vistar.

While inaugurating the 300-bedded super specialty hospital on Thursday, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath described the project as a work accomplished with genuine intent. He extended his heartfelt congratulations to Managing Director Dr. Sandeep Kapoor and his team for their efforts in building the Health City Vistar Hospital, calling it a valuable gift to the citizens of Gomti Nagar Vistar.

During the event, CM Yogi also highlighted the significant advancements made in the health sector over the past decade, along with the state’s progress in investment, employment, and development.

It is noteworthy that the MoU for the hospital was signed during the Investor Summit in 2023. Constructed in record time at a cost of Rs 200 crore, this facility is the first private healthcare project to be completed within the designated timeframe under the Investors Summit.

Emphasizing that Uttar Pradesh is home to a population of 25 crore, including a significant youth demographic, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath stated, “We are focusing on identifying and developing opportunities in both the government and private sectors to connect this vast population with development and employment.”

He noted that since the BJP government took office in 2017, significant efforts have been made to boost employment in both sectors, resulting in job opportunities for over 6.5 lakh youth. “The Investor Summit in 2018 also opened the doors to increased investment in the state,” he added.

Reflecting on the situation prior to the BJP government, CM Yogi noted, “Before our administration, the state faced severe challenges—investors were looking to leave, and crime was rampant, making both daughters and businesses unsafe. We implemented a zero-tolerance policy, which has since become a national model for rule of law. These crucial steps paved the way for a resurgence of investments in the state.”

Discussing the transformation in investment in Uttar Pradesh, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath remarked, “When the BJP government first assumed power, I proposed holding an investor summit, and we were initially projected to attract an investment of 20 thousand crores, which would have been inadequate for the state’s development. We then embarked on significant efforts that are now yielding positive results.”

He noted that what began with an investment of 4 lakh crores in the first investor summit has since escalated to 40 lakh crores, exemplifying our ambition to make the state a one trillion dollar economy.

He further stated, “There were doubts about the authenticity of these investment figures, so the list was made public to address them. This approach has proven successful. Investment, whether large or small, paves the way for development and offers new opportunities to youth by connecting them with employment.”

CM Yogi Adityanath stated that the new hospital represents more than just a facility for medical service; it also serves as a means of livelihood. Inspired by the principle that health services should be free, the state has benefited 5 crore 11 lakh people through the Ayushman Card and connected many more through the Mukhyamantri Jan Arogya Yojana.

He noted, “We have assisted 1 lakh 88 thousand individuals through the Chief Minister Relief Fund. What began as Vivekanand Polyclinic has now materialized into a 300-bedded super specialty hospital. We are also providing a green corridor facility.”

CM Yogi requested that Ayushman Bharat provisions be included in the hospital, which offers insurance coverage of up to Rs 5 lakh per person. He emphasized that Health City Vistar Hospital will benefit not only Lucknow but also the surrounding regions.

He also remarked on the significance of the inauguration day’s rain, symbolizing the heartfelt dedication behind the project.

The event was attended by Regional MLA Yogesh Shukla, Mayor Sushma Kharkwal, Managing Director Dr. Sandeep Kapoor, and partner doctors Dr. Sandeep Garg, Dr. K.B. Jain, and Dr. Rajesh Arora, along with the entire hospital team and other officials.

Dr. Sandeep Kapoor shared that though the idea of the hospital was conceived a decade ago, the Health City Hospital officially took shape in 2016. He noted that when CM Yogi Adityanath took office in 2017, he fostered good governance and ease of doing business, including organizing the investor summit to achieve the state’s goal of a one trillion dollar economy.

Dr. Kapoor explained, “We became part of this vision, resulting in the creation of this 300-bedded facility. It features 40 outpatient departments, 60 critical care beds, 8 operating theaters, and is staffed by over 75 senior doctors, including some with 30 years of surgical experience. Spanning 2 lakh square meters across 3 acres, the hospital is also set to boost medical tourism.”

Dr. Kapoor explained that the hospital was established by a group of doctors who are both investors and operators. By constructing the hospital cost-effectively, the aim is to reduce the financial burden on patients and provide affordable healthcare services.

He added that the plan includes opening training and nursing schools to replicate successful models from abroad within the state. Additionally, the team is involved in village-level entrepreneurship programs.

Regional MLA Yogesh Shukla noted that the initial investment from the Investor Summit has now blossomed into a significant asset. He emphasized that the hospital will serve as a vital resource, delivering excellent healthcare services to the Trans Gomti region.