New Delhi: In a major boost to Delhi’s healthcare and medical education infrastructure, chief minister Rekha Gupta has approved the construction of a modern medical college and hostel complex at the Indira Gandhi Hospital campus in Dwarka. The ambitious project, estimated to cost ₹805.9 crore, was approved by the expenditure finance committee recently. The govt aims to complete the project by 2028, said an official.The project will include a full-fledged medical college, separate hostels for male and female students, faculty housing and a modern academic block. The initiative is expected to address the growing demand for doctors while significantly strengthening healthcare services. The medical college will be developed in accordance with National Medical Commission norms and will eventually accommodate 250 MBBS seats every year. Teaching activities will begin with an initial batch of 150 students.“The project will be executed in phases. The first phase will focus on the construction of the academic block, student hostels and residential quarters for faculty members. A total of 1,17,246 square metres of area will be developed in this phase, including nearly 34,000 square metres of basement space for parking and other essential facilities. The academic block will be a multi-storey structure equipped with modern classrooms, laboratories and advanced teaching facilities. The hostels will be designed to accommodate a large number of students, while faculty residences will offer modern and comfortable living spaces,” said Gupta.Public Works Department will carry out the construction work, while the health and family welfare department will oversee the project from inception to commissioning.Indira Gandhi Hospital is one of the largest Delhi govt’s hospitals with a capacity of 1,241 beds and caters to a large population from Dwarka and nearby areas of southwest Delhi. The hospital provides outpatient, emergency and advanced treatment facilities.The project will adopt modern and sustainable construction techniques. “The buildings will be earthquake-resistant and designed for energy efficiency. As part of the green building plan, the campus will feature solar power systems, rainwater harvesting, water recycling mechanisms, ample natural lighting and proper ventilation. The entire campus will be made fully accessible for persons with disabilities, with ramps, lifts, Braille signage and wheelchair-friendly pathways. Modern safety systems, including CCTV surveillance, fire alarms and fire safety infrastructure, will also be installed across the campus,” said the CM.Gupta has directed officials to strictly adhere to quality standards and project timelines. “A robust quality assurance mechanism will be put in place and regular monitoring will be carried out to ensure timely completion. Any unnecessary delays and cost overruns will not be tolerated. The procurement of equipment, recruitment of staff, university affiliation and other operational requirements for the medical college will be completed in later stages in line with NMC norms,” she added.Calling the project a long-term investment in Delhi’s healthcare future, Gupta said the initiative was not just about building another medical college but also about strengthening the city’s overall healthcare system.“The govt’s goal is to ensure better and accessible healthcare for every resident of the capital, and increasing the number of trained doctors is crucial to achieving that objective. Once operational, the institution will benefit not only Delhi residents but also people from neighbouring regions seeking quality medical treatment.”
