New satellite facility at Govindarajanagara aims to decentralise cardiac care and reduce patient burden in Karnataka
In a major push to strengthen cardiac healthcare access, the Sri Jayadeva Institute of Cardiovascular Sciences and Research has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Greater Bengaluru Authority to establish a 100-bed satellite unit in Govindarajanagara, West Bengaluru.
Budget Promise Takes Shape
The initiative fulfills a key announcement made in the state budget by Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah. Officials confirmed that the state government has allocated an initial ₹15 crore to kickstart the project, marking a significant step toward decentralising specialised healthcare services.
Expanding Access to Cardiac Care
The upcoming unit will be housed within GBA’s existing multispeciality building in Govindarajanagara. It is expected to cater to residents across major localities including Vijayanagar, Rajajinagar, Yeshwanthpur, Rajarajeshwarinagar, Dasarahalli, Peenya, and nearby rural regions.
Patients from adjoining districts such as Ramanagara, Mandya, Tumakuru, and Hassan will also benefit from the facility, which aims to provide advanced cardiac care either free or at minimal cost.
Medical Education Minister Sharan Prakash Patil described the move as a “great step towards taking cardiac care to the west of Bengaluru,” highlighting its potential to bridge accessibility gaps.
Reducing Pressure on Main Hospital
The new satellite center is expected to significantly ease the patient load at Jayadeva’s primary hospital located in Jayanagar, which currently handles a high volume of cases. The institute already operates similar units in Kalaburagi and Mysuru.
Infrastructure and CSR Support
Local MLA Priya Krishna has pledged support for civil and electrical modifications through the Bengaluru West City Corporation. Additionally, a catheterisation laboratory (cath lab) is planned under Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) funding, which will enhance diagnostic and interventional cardiac services.
Future Expansion Plans
Director Dr B Dinesh announced that the Jayadeva network is set to expand further across Bengaluru, with proposed units in central, north, and east regions. A site for the north Bengaluru unit has already been identified and will be finalised in consultation with Revenue Minister Krishna Byregowda.
New Medical College Campus on the Cards
In a parallel development, authorities have been directed to identify at least five acres of government land in West Bengaluru for a new campus of the Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute. The move aims to expand both medical education and healthcare services beyond its current base on K R Road.
