Lucknow, March 1 -- The Uttar Pradesh government, in line with its commitment to the 'One District, One Medical College' (ODOM) initiative, has approved the establishment of new medical colleges in Baghpat and Kasganj districts, officials said here on Friday.

This development aims to enhance healthcare accessibility for residents of these districts. In addition, the government has also given the nod to establish a medical college in Hathras under the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model. Furthermore, the satellite centre of King George's Medical University (KGMU) in Balrampur district is set to be upgraded into a full-fledged medical college, further strengthening the state's medical infrastructure, officials added.

Chief Minister Yogi ...