HCG unveils cancer hospital in North Bengaluru introducing Karnataka’s first MR-Linac

HealthCare Global Enterprises Limited (HCG), India’s largest dedicated cancer hospital network, has announced the launch of its new comprehensive cancer hospital in Byatarayanapura (Hebbal), strengthening access to advanced oncology care in North Bengaluru.

The new facility marks a major advancement in the region’s oncology landscape, bringing together clinical excellence, compassionate care and advanced technology to make world-class cancer treatment more accessible to people across Karnataka.

Marking a significant milestone in precision oncology, the 110-bed facility introduces Karnataka’s first Elekta Unity MR-Linac, one of the world’s most advanced precision radiation therapy platforms.

The technology combines high-quality MRI imaging with a linear accelerator to enable highly precise, adaptive cancer treatment. Designed as a full-spectrum oncology centre, the hospital brings together diagnosis, treatment, recovery support, and patient-centric care under one roof, making world-class cancer care more accessible to patients across North Bengaluru.

Speaking on the launch, Dr B. S. Ajaikumar, Founder & Chairman of HealthCare Global Enterprises Limited (HCG), said: “Cancer care today has become increasingly data-driven, technology-oriented and focused on improving long-term outcomes. Our goal is not only to prevent recurrences, but also to make even advanced and metastatic cancers manageable through personalised, multidisciplinary care."

The hospital is equipped with Accuray TomoTherapy with Radixact, further strengthening its radiation oncology capabilities, along with an 80-slice Digital PET-CT scanner for precise, high-resolution diagnostic imaging. In addition to advanced imaging and radiation therapy, HCG Hebbal features five robotic-assisted modular operation theatres, 19 chemotherapy daycare beds, 14 premium treatment bays, and a 15-bed ICU and HDU. The facility is also supported by a comprehensive range of diagnostic and clinical services, including endoscopy, bronchoscopy, ultrasound, X-ray, mammography, advanced laboratories, histopathology, frozen section services and blood storage.