500-Bed Rest House for Patients

Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh – In a major relief for patients and their families, AIIMS Gorakhpur will soon have a 500-bed rest house (Sarvodaya Niwas) for attendants and outstation visitors. The announcement was made by Union Health Minister JP Nadda during a recent review meeting.

Key Highlights of the Project

✔ 500-bed facility for patients’ attendants & visitors
✔ Affordable accommodation near AIIMS Gorakhpur
✔ Part of improved patient-care infrastructure
✔ Expected to reduce financial burden on families

Why This Matters

• AIIMS Gorakhpur serves patients from Eastern UP, Bihar, and Nepal.

• Many families struggle with high lodging costs during long treatments.

• The new rest house will ensure safe, low-cost stays close to the hospital.

Official Statements

• Union Health Minister JP Nadda: “This facility will ease the hardships faced by patients’ families.”

• AIIMS Gorakhpur Director Dr. Prabhat Kumar Singh: *”We are committed to patient-centric care.”*

What’s Next?

• Construction is expected to begin soon (timeline not yet disclosed).

• The rest house will also include basic amenities like food and sanitation.

This initiative marks another step in improving healthcare accessibility in the Purvanchal region. Once operational, the rest house will significantly reduce stress for patients and their families.

For more updates, stay tuned to official announcements from AIIMS Gorakhpur.