Bihar Cabinet Clears PPP Plan for 16 Medical Colleges

Brief By Newsbrief / 5:57 PM on 05 Aug 2026

The Bihar Cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary, has approved a major healthcare reform by clearing a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model for the operation of 16 medical colleges and hospitals, including dental institutions. The government has appointed global consulting firm PwC as the transaction advisor to oversee the planning, implementation, and operational framework of the project. The initiative aims to strengthen the state's healthcare infrastructure by leveraging private-sector expertise, advanced technology, and efficient management practices. Officials said the move will improve the quality of medical education and healthcare services while expanding access to modern treatment facilities. The government expects the project to enhance super-speciality care and reduce the need for patients to travel outside Bihar for advanced treatment. The initiative is also expected to benefit residents of rural and remote areas by providing better healthcare services through a stronger and more efficient public health system.