IMPORTANTHealthChennai

Rs 300 Crore Multi-Specialty Hospital Site Identified in Chennai's Perambur

13 Oct 2026Updated 2 hr ago1 source

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A six-acre site in Erukkanchery, Chennai, has been selected for the proposed Rs 300-crore, 400-bed government multi-specialty hospital in the Perambur constituency. Out of the budget, Rs 220 crore is earmarked for constructing the 2-lakh-square-foot facility, while Rs 80 crore will fund medical equipment. Land acquisition and environmental clearances are expected to begin within the next five months.

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What happened

Officials from the health, public works, and Chennai corporation departments have selected a 6-acre site in Erukkanchery for the construction of a 400-bed government multi-specialty hospital in Perambur. The project has an estimated budget of Rs 300 crore.

Why it matters

The hospital will significantly reduce travel times for North Chennai residents who currently travel to Stanley, Omandurar, or Guindy hospitals for tertiary care, bridging a critical urban healthcare gap.

What we know

  • A 6-acre site owned by the Tamil Nadu Urban Habitat Development Board has been chosen in Erukkanchery.
  • The total project cost is Rs 300 crore, with Rs 220 crore allocated for construction and Rs 80 crore for medical equipment.
  • The proposed hospital will have 400 beds and span 2 lakh square feet.
  • It is expected to feature dedicated departments for cardiology, neurology, nephrology, and oncology.

What we don't know

  • The exact date when construction will commence.
  • The specific timeline for resolving the private patta land and encroachment issues on the front portion of the selected site.

What's next

Land acquisition, clearance of encroachments, and securing environmental approvals are scheduled to begin over the next five months.

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