Himachal Upgrades Diagnostic Network with INR 213 Cr Health Overhaul

The plan includes the installation of five high-resolution MRI scanners and advanced CT imaging systems in medical colleges, along with other diagnostic tools designed to enhance precision in radiography and testing.

In a decisive move to strengthen its public healthcare infrastructure, the Himachal Pradesh government has rolled out a ₹213.75 crore modernization plan focused on improving diagnostic capabilities across state-run hospitals.

The initiative aims to integrate advanced medical technologies to enable faster and more accurate disease detection.

Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu emphasized the importance of timely diagnosis in preventing health complications and directed the health department to implement a detailed modernization blueprint. “Recognizing that delayed diagnoses often exacerbate medical conditions,” the statement read, the department will prioritize swift project execution.

The plan includes the installation of five high-resolution MRI scanners and advanced CT imaging systems in medical colleges, along with other diagnostic tools designed to enhance precision in radiography and testing. These upgrades are expected to significantly improve access to early screening and specialized healthcare across the state.

In addition to infrastructure improvements, the government intends to tackle staff shortages by hiring doctors, radiologists, and paramedical personnel to ensure consistent service delivery.

A health department spokesperson confirmed that the blueprint was developed in consultation with senior physicians and medical faculty to align upgrades with real-world hospital needs.

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