Bengaluru, May 7 (FN Bureau) Uttara Kannada district is on the cusp of a groundbreaking development set to transform its healthcare accessibility. Sudeeksha Super Speciality Hospital, to be built in the sprawling Honnavar taluk, is poised to emerge as a beacon of medical excellence, addressing the longstanding healthcare needs of the region. Despite its status as one of Karnataka’s largest districts, Uttara Kannada has grappled with a stark absence of emergency and specialised medical services. For years, residents and visitors have endured arduous journeys exceeding 250 kms to access critical healthcare in neighboring cities like Mangaluru, Manipal, or Goa. In an interview with UNI, Dr. Subramanyam Sharma, grandson of former President Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, shared insights into the transformative impact of the hospital. “The hospital will usher in a new era of advanced medical care within the district,” he stated, emphasizing its role in eliminating the necessity for residents to seek treatment elsewhere for serious health concerns.
Dr. Sharma highlighted the hospital’s cutting-edge medical facilities and highly skilled medical professionals, positioning it to revolutionize healthcare provisions in Uttara Kannada. Moreover, Dr. Sharma underscored Uttara Kannada’s strategic significance as an emerging hub for medical tourism. With India attracting over 2 million patients annually from nearly 80 countries, the region’s scenic beauty and tranquility offer an ideal backdrop for holistic rejuvenation and well-being. A collaborative endeavor, backed by an initial investment of Rs 120 crores, is underway to realise this vision. Situated across seven acres of picturesque land at Shree Veeranjaneeya Sabha Bhavan of Shree Kshetra Angavanakis, the proposed hospital represents a pioneering initiative in bolstering healthcare infrastructure within Uttara Kannada.
The hospital will be jointly developed by esteemed entities including Shree Veeranjaneeya Mahasamsthanam, Hemapura Mahapeetham, Shree Kshetra Bangaramakki, and Sudeeksha Health Care Private Limited, Bengaluru. The ceremonious laying of the hospital’s foundation stone is scheduled for May 10, with esteemed dignitaries such as Shree Shree Maruti Guruji and Dr. Subramanyam Sharma Gouravaram gracing the occasion. With its imminent inauguration, the hospital stands as a testament to Uttara Kannada’s unwavering commitment to advancing healthcare standards. Equipped with state-of-the-art medical technology and bolstered by a cadre of proficient professionals, the hospital is primed to address the diverse healthcare needs of Uttara Kannada and beyond, heralding a new era of medical excellence in the region.