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Kerala government to establish institute of organ transplantation

The Kerala government has decided to establish an Institute of Organ and Tissue Transplantation in Kozhikode. Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan said, "With an estimated investment of Rs 558.68 crore, this initiative promises an affordable alternative for organ transplants, reinforcing Kerala's remarkable strides in public health and ensuring equitable access to advanced medical care for all." He said the hospital will be established in two phases using KIIFB funds.