Rainbow Children’s Medicare Limited (RCML) has inaugurated a 100-bed hospital in Rajahmundry, Andhra Pradesh, India, strengthening its position in the state.
This facility is the third for the paediatric multi-speciality chain in Andhra Pradesh, following its establishments in Vijayawada and Visakhapatnam.
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Situated strategically between Visakhapatnam and Vijayawada, the hospital serves as a regional hub for the East and West Godavari districts.
The Rajahmundry facility addresses healthcare needs for a population of approximately 10-12 million people across affluent tier-two cities and neighbouring districts.
It offers comprehensive paediatric and perinatal care services, including 24/7 consultant-led emergency care, advanced NICU and PICU facilities, high-risk obstetrics, laparoscopic gynaecology, speciality paediatric clinics, foetal medicine, and fertility services through ‘BirthRight by Rainbow’.
This launch follows recent openings in Warangal and Guwahati, marking the company’s third new hospital in FY26.
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By GlobalDataThe expansion increases Rainbow Children’s Medicare’s network to 22 hospitals and five clinics across nine cities, with a total capacity of approximately 2,300 beds.
The development is part of a strategic growth roadmap, combining greenfield developments and selective acquisitions to expand reach in high-growth healthcare markets.
RCML chairman and managing director Dr Ramesh Kancharla said: “The launch of our hospital in Rajahmundry is a significant step in Rainbow’s journey of enabling quality paediatric and perinatal care across Andhra Pradesh.
“This 100-bed facility is designed to serve the Godavari belt, one of the most prominent growth corridors in the state. With 22 hospitals and around 2,300 beds today, we are on a strong trajectory to expand into new cities and deepen our presence, while building long-term value for our stakeholders.
“At Rainbow, our commitment has always been to take advanced care closer to where it is needed the most, and this expansion reflects that promise. We will continue to build and invest with the same focus, creating a healthcare ecosystem that children and mothers across India can rely on.”
