Government revises plan to expand facilities in new MY Hospital:Nine-storey, three-block hospital with 1700 beds planned to replace old structure and enhance patient care

The state government has revised the blueprint for the new Maharaja Yeshwantrao (MY) Hospital in Indore, increasing its capacity from 1,450 to 1,700 beds. The decision was taken after a series of meetings between senior officials in Bhopal and Indore, last week. The expansion was deemed necessary due to the steady rise in patient footfall over the years. Currently, more than 2,500 patients visit the OPD daily, while around 1,000 patients are admitted in the IPD. Officials said the revised plan has been prepared keeping in mind the next 50–60 years of healthcare needs in the region. Initially, the cost of the project was pegged at Rs773 crore, but with the proposed expansion and additional facilities, the budget is expected to increase significantly. Nine-storey structure in three blocks The new MY Hospital building will be a nine-storey structure, replacing the old and deteriorating premises that currently houses 1,152 beds. In contrast to the existing building, where the wards, administration, trauma centre, and other departments are crowded into a single block, the new hospital will be divided into three distinct blocks: This structural separation aims to ease congestion and improve patient movement, safety, and hygiene. Strategic location with connectivity to other facilities The new hospital will be constructed close to Super Specialty Hospital, Chacha Nehru Hospital, and the Cancer Hospital, creating a connected medical zone for comprehensive care. To tackle the chronic parking issues faced by patients and attendants, the plan includes two multi-level parking facilities. This will accommodate vehicles of staff, attendants, and emergency services without disrupting hospital operations. Current building beyond repair The existing MY Hospital building, which has served the city for decades, is in poor structural condition. Water leakage, damaged ceilings, and weakened walls have rendered several sections unsafe. Despite having a modern operation theatre complex, frequent seepage and electrical issues have prevented it from becoming fully operational. These concerns accelerated the decision to build a new, modern facility equipped with upgraded medical infrastructure. Layout plan and associated developments The construction responsibility lies with the Madhya Pradesh Building Development Corporation Ltd., Bhopal, while Delhi-based consultancy DDF (Design Aid Forum Consultants) has been appointed as the project’s design agency. According to MGM Medical College Dean Dr. Arvind Ghanghoria, DDF has already begun preparing the layout plan. The project also includes a 550-bed nursing hostel, residential facilities for staff, and dedicated parking areas for attendants and patients. Dr. Ghanghoria stated, The plan has been expanded to 1,700 beds to meet the growing healthcare demand. This will benefit patients across the region and enable the college to increase its intake capacity. Completion before Simhastha unlikely Officials, however, admitted that completing construction before the upcoming Simhastha festival will be difficult due to the project’s scale and the expected expansion of its scope. Once completed, the new MY Hospital will stand as Central India’s largest government healthcare facility, combining advanced medical services, integrated infrastructure, and patient-friendly amenities under one roof.