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Time of India

Central location a huge advantage; Nagpur can be major research hub: Amit Shah

1 2 Nagpur: Union home minister Amit Shah on Monday emphasised the strategic importance of Nagpur in India's healthcare landscape and called for strengthening research activities at the National Cancer Institute (NCI). "Nagpur is centrally located and receives patients from across the country. Any health research conducted here will benefit the entire nation," Shah said while performing the bhoomipujan of 'Swasti Bhavan' — a new residential facility for caregivers of cancer patients at NCI. Praising the efforts of the NCI management and its promoters, Shah said, "I have visited many institutions, but after seeing NCI, I can confidently say that it will soon be counted among the best cancer institutes in the country." He assured full support in developing state-of-the-art research infrastructure at the institute. Swasti Bhavan has been supported under the corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiative of Pernod Ricard India, with architectural designs by JJ Consultants. The facility aims to provide affordable housing, nutrition, and holistic care to families of cancer patients undergoing long-term treatment at NCI. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trade Bitcoin & Ethereum – No Wallet Needed! IC Markets Start Now Undo Shah was joined by chief minister Devendra Fadnavis, state revenue minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule, NCI president Sunil Manohar, vice-president Ajay Sancheti, CEO Shailesh Joglekar, treasurer Anand Aurangabadkar and NCI medical director Dr Anand Pathak. Hingna MLA Sameer Meghe and senior officials from Pernod Ricard India including CEO Jean Touboul and National Head of Corporate Affairs Prasanna Mohile were also present. Fadnavis, speaking on the occasion, said the idea of the facility originated when he saw relatives sleeping in the open at the NCI premises. "It moved me deeply, and we immediately began planning for a dedicated residential complex. Today's bhoomipujan is a step toward that vision," he said. He also assured Shah that the state govt and NCI would work to transform the institution into a major research hub. Shah lauded Joglekar and Fadnavis, stating that both leaders turned personal loss into public service by supporting cancer care initiatives. "Unlike in the West, where families often remain away, in India, the entire family is emotionally involved in the patient's journey. Swasti Bhavan is a novel concept that respects this social fabric," he added. Shah also underlined the Modi govt's commitment to affordable healthcare, citing the Ayushman Bharat scheme that provides free treatment up to Rs5 lakh for over 60 crore citizens. BOX Swasti Niwas: Stay with your loved one Dedicated residential facility for cancer patients and caregivers within NCI Will accommodate around 400 patients and their families Supported by Pernod Ricard India's CSR initiative Will cater to paediatric cancer patients and their families requiring prolonged stays 1.7 lakh sq ft centre will include convenience centre, food court