Rajiv Gandhi Cancer Institute & Research Centre (RGCIRC) is preparing for a major expansion of its cancer-care network, with plans to increase its total capacity to approximately 1,300 beds. The announcement came during the institute’s 30th Foundation Day celebrations, marking three decades of oncology services since its establishment in 1996.
Held at Hotel Crowne Plaza, Rohini, the event was organised around the theme “Three Decades of Ethics, Empathy & Excellence in Cancer Care.” It brought together the institute’s leadership, medical professionals, employees and other members of the RGCIRC community to celebrate its achievements and discuss its future direction.
Over the years, RGCIRC has developed into a specialised cancer-care institution, offering multidisciplinary oncology services supported by advanced medical technology, research and patient-focused care.
Compassion at the Centre of Cancer Care
Dr. D. S. Gangwar, CEO of RGCIRC, opened the celebrations, followed by Chairman Ashok Kumar Agarwal, who highlighted the institute’s guiding principles of ethics, empathy and clinical excellence.
Addressing the gathering, Dr. Gangwar said the institute’s 30-year journey reflected the confidence and trust of patients and their families. He emphasised that cancer care must extend beyond medical treatment to include emotional support, reassurance and compassion.
“Our vision is a ‘Happy Hospital’. It does not mean a hospital without suffering. It means a hospital where no patient is abandoned and no caregiver is unsupported,” Dr Gangwar said.
“Clinical excellence makes us a good hospital, but compassionate connection makes us a great one.”
Three New Decades, Expanded Infrastructure
Outlining the institute’s growth plans, Ashok Kumar Agarwal announced that RGCIRC expects to commence operations at a new 150-bed cancer hospital in Niti Bagh in 2027.
The institute also plans to begin construction of a 650-bed cancer hospital in Greater Noida next year. Together with its existing 500-bed facility in Rohini, the two upcoming projects are expected to take its overall capacity to around 1,300 beds.
Strengthening the Focus on Patient Outcomes
Dr. Vineet Talwar, Medical Director, brought the programme to a close by acknowledging the collective efforts of the institute’s doctors, healthcare professionals and support teams. He reiterated RGCIRC’s commitment to continuous improvement and better treatment outcomes.
As RGCIRC completes three decades in oncology, its planned infrastructure expansion is expected to strengthen its capacity to serve a larger number of cancer patients while continuing to focus on clinical excellence and compassionate care.
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