Mumbai, Nov 21 (IANS) To bolster healthcare infrastructure in the state, the Maharashtra government, on Friday, has decided to provide land for Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) hospitals free of cost and exempted from tax.

State Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule said the government’s decision aims to strengthen the network of healthcare facilities in the state, prevent delays in hospital construction often caused by high land costs or unavailability, and ensure high-quality treatment is accessible to the common worker near their home.

“The land will be handed over under the ‘Occupancy Class-II’ category. This crucial restriction prevents ESIC from selling the land or using it for commercial purposes, ensuring it remains dedicated to public healthcare,” Minister Bawan

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