Centre sanctions 14 new day-care cancer centres for Andhra Pradesh
The Indian government has sanctioned 14 new day-care cancer centers for Andhra Pradesh to improve local access to oncology services. This expansion is part of a national effort to reduce the burden on patients by providing treatment closer to their homes.
Why it matters
Improving healthcare infrastructure at the district level is critical for managing non-communicable diseases in India.
The Union government has approved the establishment of 14 new day-care cancer centres in Andhra Pradesh as part of its nationwide initiative to expand access to cancer treatment facilities at the district level.
Replying to the question raised by Vijayawada MP Kesineni Chinni in the Lok Sabha, Union Health and Family Welfare Minister J.P. Nadda said the Centre proposed to establish day-care cancer centres across district hospitals over three years, in line with the announcement made in the 2025–26 Union Budget.
Mr. Nadda informed the House that 524 such centres were currently functioning across the country. He said the Centre had so far approved 313 new centres under the programme and would consider additional proposals submitted by States and Union Territories based on local requirements.
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