The institution is also known for its charitable wing, which provides subsidised and free treatment to economically weaker sections
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HEMANSHI KAMANI
Mumbai-based Lilavati Hospital and Research Centre is investing ₹1,200 crore in its first international foray — a 200-bed hospital and medical education facility in Mauritius — with construction already underway and completion targeted within the next 18 months.
“We have tied up with the Government of Mauritius for opening a 200-bed hospital and a facility for 400 medical students,” Prashant Mehta, Permanent Trustee of Lilavati Kirtilal Mehta Medical Trust that manages the Mumbai-based Lilavati hospital, told bussinessline in an exclusive interaction during his visit to GIFT City on Monday along with other members of LKMMT.
The integrated project will combine tertiary care delivery with a medical education facility, reflecting the trust’s strategy of building healthcare infrastructure alongside academic capacity. “They have already given us the land needed for the project. It is about 10 acres. Currently the construction is on and it should be ready in the next 1.5 years. This will be our first venture outside India. The investment that we are putting in for this project is about ₹1,200 crore,” Mehta said.
Lilavati Hospital in Mumbai has established itself as a leading tertiary care provider, offering advanced treatment across cardiology, oncology, neurology and critical care, supported by modern technology and a strong pool of specialists. The institution is also known for its charitable wing, which provides subsidised and free treatment to economically weaker sections.
Africa region
The Mauritius project is being positioned as a strategic healthcare hub for the Africa region, where access to high-end medical care is still evolving. “There is a huge Indian diaspora in African countries; Mauritius is just three hours away. In comparison, India is 10 hours away. For serious patients, this hospital can be a life-saver,” said Sahil Utekar, Manager, International Business and Operations, Lilavati Hospital and Research Centre.
With construction underway and completion expected within 18 months, the project signals a growing trend among Indian healthcare providers to tap into international markets by leveraging proximity, diaspora linkages and rising demand for quality medical care.
Published on April 20, 2026
