The Kerala High Court directs the Union government to clarify its position on the proposal to set up an AIIMS in the state. The court also raises questions about how the Centre assesses the need for such a hospital, including whether providing better healthcare in Kerala could be treated as a “handicap” in deciding where to establish the institute.
In its remarks, the court indicates that Kerala should be considered on a priority basis, citing factors such as the state’s population density. The outlets describe the court’s request as seeking a clear and considered decision from the Centre on the AIIMS proposal, rather than leaving the matter unresolved or subject to competing interpretations of eligibility criteria.
