Varanasi's National Centre for Aging nears completion as Yogi Adityanath reviews progress

Varanasi's National Centre for Aging nears completion as Yogi Adityanath reviews progress

John Bailey
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Uttar Pradesh: CM Yogi Adityanath Inspects ₹150-Crore National Centre For Aging At BHU, Directs Timely Completion

Varanasi's National Centre for Aging nears completion as Yogi Adityanath reviews progress

The construction of the National Centre for Aging in Varanasi has entered its final stage. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath visited the site on 13 June to review progress. The 200-bed facility is being built at an estimated cost of Rs 150 crore within the Banaras Hindu University campus. During his inspection, the Chief Minister instructed officials to complete the project on time while maintaining high quality standards. The centre will be the third of its kind in India and a major geriatric healthcare hub for North India.

Once operational, it will offer specialist care to elderly patients from Purvanchal and across the region. The facility will include modular operation theatres, advanced radiology and diagnostic services, and a rehabilitation unit. It will also house a day-care centre, an intensive care unit, and private wards.

A multi-specialty geriatric outpatient department will cater to age-related health issues. Specialised clinics for memory disorders and arthritis will be part of the services. The centre will additionally conduct research on age-related diseases and develop treatment protocols for elderly patients. The National Centre for Aging aims to provide modern healthcare to lakhs of elderly patients. It will enhance access to specialist treatment and research in the field. The project marks a significant step in geriatric care for North India.

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