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West Bengal Announces AIIMS Project for Raiganj, Aiming to Boost Regional Healthcare
✍️ Medical Dialogues
🗓 31 Oct 2026, 09:19 PM
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The West Bengal government has unveiled plans to establish an All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in Raiganj, a move intended to enhance medical services in the northern district.
The West Bengal government has announced its intention to set up an All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in the town of Raiganj, located in the northern part of the state.
The proposed AIIMS is expected to become a flagship medical institution, offering advanced diagnostic, treatment and research facilities to residents of Raiganj and surrounding areas.
While the government has not yet released a detailed timeline or budget, the announcement signals a commitment to expanding high‑quality healthcare infrastructure in the region.
Health officials say the new AIIMS will help reduce patient travel to larger cities for specialized care and create employment opportunities for medical professionals.
The project is part of a broader state strategy to improve access to tertiary medical services across West Bengal.
The proposed AIIMS is expected to become a flagship medical institution, offering advanced diagnostic, treatment and research facilities to residents of Raiganj and surrounding areas.
While the government has not yet released a detailed timeline or budget, the announcement signals a commitment to expanding high‑quality healthcare infrastructure in the region.
Health officials say the new AIIMS will help reduce patient travel to larger cities for specialized care and create employment opportunities for medical professionals.
The project is part of a broader state strategy to improve access to tertiary medical services across West Bengal.