AIIMS Bilaspur Set to Rival Top AIIMS Campuses Within Three Years, Says Health Minister Nadda

Accelerated Growth and New Standards

Union Health Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda praised the swift rise of AIIMS Bilaspur, noting that the centre has already outstripped its original goal of 750 beds and now functions with 776 beds. In just a handful of years, the hospital has introduced 26 specialty and 15 super‑specialty departments, covering everything from complex cardiac catheterisations to state‑of‑the‑art radiotherapy and neurosurgical procedures.

Outpatient and Inpatient Volumes Surge

The outpatient department (OPD) has logged more than 12 lakh consultations over the past four years, while inpatient admissions have crossed the one‑lakh threshold. In the fiscal year 2024‑25 alone, OPD visits topped three lakh and diagnostic examinations exceeded ten lakh, reflecting growing community confidence in the institute’s capabilities.

Academic Achievements and Leadership

AIIMS Bilaspur admitted its first MBBS cohort in January 2021 and formally opened its doors in October 2022. The recent convocation celebrated the inaugural graduating batch, marking a watershed moment for the institute’s teaching mission. President Droupadi Murmu, who attended the ceremony, urged the new doctors to centre their practice on service to humanity and to extend quality care to the remote corners of Himachal Pradesh.

Expanding Clinical Capabilities

Beyond the increase in bed capacity, the hospital now delivers a broad spectrum of high‑end interventions: major surgeries, cardiac procedures, dialysis, comprehensive diagnostic services, and a dedicated cancer‑care unit. Faculty and staff have been lauded for achieving this scale of growth at a speed that typically takes newer AIIMS campuses many more years.

Future Outlook

Minister Nadda expressed confidence that, within the next two to three years, AIIMS Bilaspur will stand shoulder‑to‑shoulder with India’s premier AIIMS institutions. Ongoing investment in specialised departments and patient‑centred care is set to cement its status as a leading hub for advanced healthcare and medical education in Himachal Pradesh.