Champawat: The Uttarakhand government has launched a major healthcare upgrade in border districts, including Champawat, with infrastructure investments worth over ₹40 crore. The initiative focuses on strengthening medical facilities in remote regions and reducing patients’ dependence on urban hospitals for advanced diagnostics and treatment.
Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami inaugurated a new advanced MRI facility in Champawat as part of the broader healthcare expansion plan.
MRI Facility Installed with CSR Support
A key highlight of the initiative is the installation of an advanced MRI machine in Champawat district hospital.
- Cost of MRI machine: nearly ₹6 crore
- Funding support: ICICI Foundation for Inclusive Growth (CSR initiative)
- Objective: Improve access to advanced diagnostic services locally
The facility is expected to significantly reduce the need for patients from Champawat and nearby districts to travel to cities like Haldwani for specialised scans.
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Major Hospital Infrastructure Upgrades Worth ₹40+ Crore
Alongside the MRI facility, the state government is investing heavily in upgrading district healthcare infrastructure:
- ₹20 crore critical care block (50-bed) under construction at Champawat district hospital
- ₹11.71 crore allocated for diagnostic wing, modern operation theatres, and parking facilities
- Additional upgrades aimed at improving patient care and hospital efficiency
These projects are designed to enhance emergency response and expand advanced treatment capacity in the region.
Strengthening Healthcare Education and Workforce
The government is also focusing on building medical manpower in the region:
- A 129-bed hostel for Integrated Nursing Institute completed at a cost of ₹4.7 crore
- Plans underway for a new paramedical college in Champawat
These initiatives aim to ensure a steady supply of trained healthcare professionals for Uttarakhand’s rural and border districts.
CM Dhami’s Vision for Accessible Healthcare
Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami said the government is working to create a future-ready healthcare ecosystem across Uttarakhand.
He emphasized that residents of Champawat, Pithoragarh, Almora, and nearby regions will now have access to advanced diagnostics for:
- Neurological disorders
- Spinal conditions
- Cancer
- Stroke
The CM also reiterated that financial constraints should not prevent access to treatment under schemes like Ayushman Bharat and Atal Ayushman Uttarakhand, which provide free and cashless healthcare services.
Focus on Border and Remote Area Healthcare
Officials stated that these initiatives are strategically important for strengthening healthcare delivery in remote and border regions. The upgrades are expected to reduce patient migration to urban centres and improve overall healthcare accessibility across Uttarakhand.
About Uttarakhand Healthcare Push
Uttarakhand is actively expanding its healthcare infrastructure in hill and border districts through investments in hospitals, diagnostic facilities, and medical education. The latest developments in Champawat reflect the state’s focus on improving rural healthcare access and building a stronger public health system.
