India expands Palestine support with Jenin hospital groundbreaking

India has significantly expanded its development and humanitarian support for Palestine, highlighted by a groundbreaking ceremony for a new 200-bed superspeciality hospital in the West Bank city of Jenin on Wednesday. The ceremony marked a major milestone in the bilateral partnership, with Indian officials and Palestinian leaders formally signing a memorandum of understanding to advance the project.

The hospital, expected to be completed within two years, will include modern medical facilities and a dedicated trauma centre. It is designed to serve the population of Jenin as well as residents of neighbouring governorates such as Tulkarm and Tubas. The initiative forms part of a broader commitment by India to strengthen Palestinian infrastructure and healthcare services amid ongoing regional challenges.

During an official visit to Palestine, Indian Secretary for Consular, Passport, Visa and Overseas Indian Affairs Sripriya Ranganathan participated in the Jenin ceremony alongside Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammad Mustafa. The two sides also signed a second memorandum of understanding to establish a Technical and Vocational Education and Training Centre within the Palestinian...