Bengaluru, March 06: During the Karnataka Budget 2026 presentation, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah made several important announcements related to the healthcare sector. One of the key announcements was the renaming of Bengaluru’s historic Victoria Hospital as “Shantaveri Gopalagowda Hospital.” The government stated that the new name is being given in honor of Shantaveri Gopalagowda, a noted social reformer and activist.Titan Evoke 2.0, 1.32" AMOLED Display Smart Watch with AOD,1000 Nits, Functional Crown, Magnetic Strap, Metal Body,Fast Charge,24/7 Health Suite, BT Calling, SpO2, HRM, IP68 Smartwatch - Glacier Blue

Located in the heart of Bengaluru, Victoria Hospital is one of the major government hospitals in South India. With a history of about 125 years, the hospital has provided healthcare services to thousands of people. The construction of the hospital began in 1897 in memory of Queen Victoria, and it officially started operations in 1900. Initially started with a limited number of beds, the hospital has now grown into a large medical center with more than 1,000 beds.

Victoria Hospital has played a crucial role during accidents, infectious disease outbreaks, and emergency situations. During the COVID-19 pandemic, thousands of patients received treatment at the hospital.

Along with this, the government has also announced new projects to strengthen the state’s healthcare infrastructure. Two super speciality hospitals will be constructed in Karwar and Yadgir, each with an investment of ₹100 crore. In addition, a cancer hospital will be established near T.B. Dam in Hosadurga, Chitradurga district.₹30,000 Crore Agriculture Loan at Zero Interest for 38 Lakh Farmers..! Big Announcement by CM in Budget

Through these initiatives, the government aims to provide better and more accessible healthcare services to people across different regions of the state.