LUCKNOW, Feb. 16 -- A nearly two-century-old public healthcare facility in Tudiyaganj that introduced allopathic treatment to the old city now grapples with crumbling infrastructure and lack of staff.

King's English Hospital, situated in the old city, once marked a turning point in the region's medical history.

Originally set up with 20 beds for the general public, the hospital gradually became a trusted name among residents. Today, however, despite its legacy, it faces severe infrastructural and manpower constraints. Locals remark that the hospital now remains royal only in name.

The present structure shows visible signs of deterioration. Broken chairs, tables and beds make up much of the available furniture. The X-ray machine has rem...