Construction of teaching hospital in full swing

The construction site of the New Flacq Teaching Hospital, in Constance, Flacq, is reportedly in full swing.

Structural works for the first phase are said to be almost completed and finishing works are expected to begin soon.

Design for the second phase is said to be underway by the consultant, HSCC (India) Limited.

The Rs2.6billion New Flacq Teaching Hospital, spanning over 25 acres, will be implemented in two phases.

The first phase consists of a hospital block which comprises a basement, a ground floor, and six other floors.

The building will accommodate, amongst others, 520 beds, an Intensive Care Unit of 62 beds, and 10 Operation Theatres.

The second phase will consist of a Teaching Block for 100 students, an auditorium and a Speciality Block.

It is expected to be fully operational by 2024.