Narayana Health Plans Expansion into Europe, Strengthening Presence in the UK

The expansion is expected to foster training in advanced medical practices and improve access to specialized hospital services.

Narayana Health, the Bengaluru-based hospital chain, has taken significant steps to extend its hospital operations beyond India, targeting select Western markets.

The UK will serve as the first hub, setting the stage for further international growth, while continuing major domestic expansion with an INR 30 Bn investment.

Founded in 2000 by cardiac surgeon Dr Devi Shetty, Narayana Health has become one of India’s most respected hospital chains, offering accessible healthcare. Its network, currently spanning over 5,900 hospital beds in India, has consistently focused on cardiac care.

Narayana Health’s international ambitions are now taking shape. The company has already established a hospital in the Cayman Islands and entered the UK market last year by acquiring Practice Plus Group Hospitals.

“We want to make the UK investment successful first,” said Group Chief Financial Officer Sandhya J. The UK presence will act as a strategic base for potential expansion into Europe and other mature healthcare markets, prioritizing countries with stable legal frameworks where private hospitals can thrive.

The expansion is expected to foster training in advanced medical practices and improve access to specialized hospital services, particularly in cardiac and multi-speciality care.

While pursuing international growth, Narayana Health remains committed to strengthening its domestic hospital network. Over the next three years, it plans to add 2,000 hospital beds across India, investing around INR 30 Bn to enhance infrastructure and capacity.

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