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Centre tells HC: Kerala AIIMS project not in budget allocations
The central government has informed the Kerala High Court that the proposed All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) facility in Kerala has not been included in any budget announcements under the Pradhan Mantri Swasthya Suraksha Yojana (PMSSY).
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In a significant development regarding the long-pending AIIMS project for Kerala, the Centre has submitted to the Kerala High Court that the proposed medical institute has not featured in any budget allocations announced so far. The government's response comes in the context of proceedings related to the PMSSY, which aims to develop high-quality tertiary care medical institutions across the country.
The PMSSY framework has been instrumental in establishing AIIMS facilities in various states, but Kerala's project has remained pending despite sustained efforts. The Centre's submission to the HC suggests that budgetary constraints or other administrative considerations may be factors affecting the project's progress.
The development is likely to intensify discussions around the status of the proposed AIIMS in Kerala, which has been a matter of considerable public and political interest in the state. Healthcare infrastructure development remains a critical concern for the state government and residents alike.
The matter is now before the Kerala High Court, where proceedings are expected to continue regarding the implementation status and timeline for the Kerala AIIMS project under PMSSY guidelines.