Proposal to set up Medanta Hospital and Varun Beverages plant in Chhattisgarh, investors met the Chief Minister
Chhattisgarh: Taking an important step towards big investments in the health and industry sectors in Chhattisgarh, two major industrial groups met Chief Minister Vishnu Dev Sai at Chhattisgarh Sadan in New Delhi today. Dr. Naresh Trehan, founder of Medanta Hospital and renowned cardiologist, proposed to set up a state-of-the-art multi-specialty hospital in Raipur. He said that he wants to invest about Rs 500 crore in this project. This hospital will be equipped with advanced medical technology, specialist doctors, research and training facilities.
At the same time, Ravi Jaipuria, Chairman of Varun Beverages Limited, proposed to set up a carbonated soft drinks and fruit juice based plant in Raipur, in which an investment of more than Rs 250 crore will be made. This project will accelerate industrial development as well as employment generation in the state. Welcoming both the proposals, Chief Minister Vishnu Dev Sai said that the Chhattisgarh government will provide all possible support for such quality investments in sectors like health and industry. He said that the State Government will consider both these projects and provide all possible help. Such projects will benefit the public and will also provide new employment opportunities to the youth.
