Big news from Tamil Nadu: Prime Minister Modi will inaugurate AIIMS Madurai’s Phase 1 on Feb 28 at Thoppur, confirmed BJP sources Thursday. It’s the culmination of a saga marked by delays, now poised to deliver world-class care to millions.
Flagged off pre-2019 elections, the super-specialty hospital hit snags on acquisition and allocations, sparking Centre-DMK clashes. CEO M. Hanumant Rao notes PM’s commitment to launch ops on-site.
Campus readiness paves way for March partial openings: student shift from Ramanathapuram, limited public services in key areas, full classes by 2026-27. A measured debut for lasting impact.
With polls nearing, optics are key. Stalin’s DMK lambasts slow progress on promised infra; this rebuts directly. Modi’s trip may feature other launches and NDA rallies, boosting alliance momentum.
Strategists predict a windfall, highlighting federal push for Tamil Nadu’s health revolution. Detailed plans await, but the buzz signals a pivotal moment in state-center ties and voter sentiment.