Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Launches New Hospital and Health Initiatives
Healthy citizens make a wealthy nation, says Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu
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Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu inaugurated the Lalitha PVS Hospital in Guntur, emphasizing that healthy citizens are vital for a wealthy nation. He announced the upcoming 'Sanjeevani' healthcare program and a Universal Health Policy to provide free treatment up to ₹2.5 lakh per person.
- 01The newly inaugurated Lalitha PVS Hospital in Guntur has 600 beds and covers 32 medical departments.
- 02The 'Sanjeevani' program will provide digital health records and home medical tests for citizens.
- 03A Universal Health Policy will offer free treatment up to ₹2.5 lakh per person.
- 04Naidu stressed the importance of healthy lifestyles and proper food habits for disease prevention.
- 05Plans are underway to develop Amaravati into a major healthcare hub similar to Hyderabad.
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On June 3, 2026, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu inaugurated the Lalitha PVS Hospital in Guntur, a 600-bed multi-specialty facility aimed at enhancing healthcare access. He highlighted that only healthy citizens can contribute to a wealthy nation, reinforcing the government's vision for a 'healthy, wealthy, and happy Andhra Pradesh.' Naidu announced the forthcoming 'Sanjeevani' program, which will provide digital health records and conduct 42 types of medical tests at citizens' doorsteps. Additionally, he revealed plans for a Universal Health Policy that promises free treatment up to ₹2.5 lakh per person. Addressing public health concerns, he advocated for better food habits and exercise, warning against the dangers of excessive pesticide use in agriculture. Naidu also called for yoga training cells in corporate hospitals and expressed commitment to making Andhra Pradesh a leading healthcare destination, with plans to develop Amaravati similarly to Hyderabad, attracting patients nationwide for advanced treatments.
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The new hospital and health initiatives aim to improve healthcare access for poor and middle-class families in Andhra Pradesh.
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