Punjab: The state of Punjab is witnessing rapid progress in establishing medical colleges, with a major development announced by Health Minister Balbir Singh on X (formerly Twitter). The minister shared that work on the Kapurthala Medical College has officially begun and is expected to be fully operational within the next two years.
According to Minister Balbir Singh, the Kapurthala Medical College will feature a 300-bed facility along with a hostel and other essential infrastructure, all constructed at a cost of ₹275 crore. In a significant boost to healthcare education in the region, the college will be named after Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji and will see an increase of 100 seats for aspiring medical students.
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Kapurthala Medical College boosts healthcare and jobs in Punjab.
The establishment of this college marks another milestone in Punjab’s ongoing efforts to expand access to quality medical education. The Kapurthala Medical College is expected to not only strengthen healthcare services but also generate employment opportunities for local communities.
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ਸਿਹਤ ਮੰਤਰੀ @AAPbalbir ਨੇ ਸਾਂਝੀ ਕੀਤੀ ਖ਼ੁਸ਼ਖ਼ਬਰੀ
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👉🏻 ₹275 ਕਰੋੜ ਦੀ ਲਾਗਤ ਨਾਲ਼ ਬਣੇਗਾ 300 ਬੈੱਡ ਦਾ ਕਾਲਜ, ਹੋਸਟਲ ਤੇ ਹੋਰ ਇਮਾਰਤਾਂ
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Health Minister Balbir Singh emphasized that the state government is committed to ensuring rapid progress in establishing medical colleges across Punjab. This initiative will help address the growing demand for trained medical professionals and improve healthcare infrastructure across the state.
With the Kapurthala Medical College set to welcome hundreds of students in the coming years, Punjab is reinforcing its position as a hub for medical education and innovation. This project is a clear testament to the state government’s vision of expanding healthcare accessibility and fostering a skilled workforce.