AIIMS to shift to Thoppur by early 2026: Official

AIIMS to shift to Thoppur by early 2026: Official

TNN Feb 21, 2025, 0:59 IST

Madurai: AIIMS Madurai is expected to shift its operations to its permanent campus at Thoppur in Madurai by early 2026, according to M Hanumantha Rao, executive director and CEO of the institute. He said in a statement on Thursday that construction of the buildings in phase I is 28% complete. "We are working toward shifting operations to the permanent campus by the end of this year or early next year," Rao said.

Phase I which includes academic block, hospital outpatient services, hostels and essential service buildings, is expected to be completed within 18 months of commencement. Phase II, covering the remaining infrastructure, will be completed within 33 months, by February 2027. He said construction is aligned with global standards, prioritizing sustainability. "We are aiming for an IGBC Gold rating to ensure environmental responsibility and energy efficiency across the campus," he said.

The 900-bed hospital, including a dedicated 150-bed infectious disease block, is designed to be comprehensive and patient-centric, with an academic zone, hospital zone, hostel and residential areas, sports facilities, and a 750-seater auditorium. Faculty recruitment is being carried out in phases. At present, the AIIMS is functioning from its temporary campus at Government Medical College, Ramanathapuram.