Fortis Healthcare Inks O&M Deal With Ekana Group for 550-Bed Lucknow Hospital

Fortis Healthcare Limited has announced a significant expansion in Uttar Pradesh by signing an operations and management agreement with the Ekana Group for a new 550-bed greenfield super speciality hospital in Lucknow. The project, to be located near Gomti Nagar, aims to bring advanced infrastructure and global best practices to the state capital.

The agreement with Ekana Group will see Fortis take charge of operating and managing the upcoming super speciality facility, which is designed as a Centre of Excellence for tertiary care services. Once complete, the hospital will expand access to high-quality healthcare across Lucknow and its neighbouring regions.

Leadership Perspectives on the Partnership

As per the exchange filings, Dr Ashutosh Raghuvanshi, MD & CEO of Fortis Healthcare, commented, “We are delighted to partner with Ekana Group to bring a state-of-the-art tertiary healthcare facility to the heart of Lucknow. Once operational, this new 550-bed super-speciality hospital near Gomti Nagar will significantly enhance access to advanced medical care for the city and its surrounding regions.”

Echoing this, Mr Uday Sinha, Promoter of Ekana Group, said, “We are happy to join hands with one of the leading healthcare chains in India - Fortis Healthcare to develop a leading-edge tertiary care hospital, one that will significantly enhance access to advanced medical services and deliver patient care where it’s most needed.”

Expanding Fortis Nationwide Network

This agreement strengthens Fortis Healthcare’s footprint in Uttar Pradesh while adding to its nationwide presence. The company currently operates 33 healthcare facilities across 11 states, supported by over 5,700 operational beds and 400 diagnostic labs. With the new Lucknow facility, Fortis continues to build its position as one of India’s leading integrated healthcare providers.

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Fortis Healthcare Share Price Performance 

As of August 21, 2025, at 9:25 AM, Fortis Healthcare share price is trading at ₹958.20 per share, reflecting a decline of 0.60% from the previous closing price. Over the past month, the stock has surged by 19.44%.

Conclusion

The collaboration with Ekana Group reflects Fortis Healthcare’s continued focus on expanding access to quality healthcare. With the 550-bed Lucknow hospital joining its network, Fortis is reinforcing its role as a major player in tertiary care delivery across India.

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