Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha announced on Tuesday that the central government has sanctioned ₹140 crore for the establishment of an Ayurveda Medical College and a Homoeopathy Medical College in the state. This decision marks a significant expansion of healthcare education in the northeastern region, which currently has three medical colleges, including the Agartala Government Medical College.
Official Announcement and Government Support
Sharing the update on Facebook, the Chief Minister wrote, “The Ministry of Ayush, Government of India has sanctioned ₹140 crore for establishing Ayurveda Medical College and Homoeopathy Medical College in Tripura.” The announcement comes at a time when demand for specialised medical education has been steadily rising across the state.
Roadmap Finalised to Launch Colleges Soon
According to Saha, a high-level meeting was convened to determine the implementation strategy. The discussion focused on expediting preparations so that both colleges can begin functioning from the next academic session. Senior officials reviewed infrastructure requirements and outlined the initial steps to ensure timely progress.
Strengthening Traditional Medicine Education in Tripura
With this financial approval, Tripura aims to enhance its academic infrastructure in the fields of Ayurveda and homoeopathy. These new institutions will offer more opportunities for students seeking specialised training while contributing to the growth of the state’s healthcare ecosystem. Additionally, the move aligns with the broader vision of promoting traditional systems of medicine across India.
Chief Minister Expresses Gratitude to the Centre
Expressing appreciation for the support, Saha said he was grateful to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Health Minister J. P. Nadda, and Minister of State (Independent Charge) for AYUSH Prataprao Yadav for their commitment to strengthening healthcare and education in Tripura.
Looking Ahead
IndiaToday reports that the sanctioned funds will accelerate the state’s efforts to expand medical education and strengthen traditional healthcare systems. With focused planning and strong central support, Tripura is now set to establish two new institutions that will significantly enrich its medical education landscape.