BENGALURU, April 13, 2026 – Aster DM Healthcare, a leading integrated healthcare provider in India, has announced a significant expansion of its specialized Women & Children facility at Aster Whitefield Hospital. Representing an investment of Rs. 96 crore, this development underscores Aster’s 12-year legacy of clinical excellence in Bengaluru and its commitment to providing world-class, compassionate care.
With this expansion, the total bed capacity at Aster Whitefield Hospital increases from 380 to 539 beds. The dedicated 159-bed ‘Aster Women & Children’ wing is designed to be a comprehensive hub for maternal and pediatric health, catering to patients both locally and from across geographies.
The expanded facility was officially inaugurated by Shri Dinesh Gundu Rao, Hon’ble Minister of Health and Family Welfare, Government of Karnataka, and Shri. U.T. Khader, Hon’ble Speaker of the Karnataka Legislative Assembly.
Advanced Services for Mothers and Children
The facility offers a seamless continuum of care, from preconception to advanced pediatric treatment. Key specialized services include:
- Maternity & Birthing: Holistic maternity care including innovative options like water birthing.
- Surgical Excellence: Advanced laparoscopic gynecology, fetal medicine, and fetal surgery units.
- Neonatal & Pediatric Care: A Level 3A NICU, a Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU), and a High Dependency Unit (HDU).
- Specialized Centers: A dedicated Fertility Centre and a Child Development Centre to support long-term pediatric health.
Leadership Perspectives
Dr. Azad Moopen, Founder & Chairman of Aster DM Healthcare, emphasized the necessity of scaling infrastructure to meet rising demands:
“At Aster, we remain focused on expanding centers of excellence. This expansion reflects our commitment to advanced infrastructure and specialized expertise, ensuring comprehensive, end-to-end care for mothers and children under one roof.”
Shri Dinesh Gundu Rao added that such dedicated institutions play a vital role in urban centers like Bengaluru, where the need for accessible, specialized obstetric and pediatric services is growing rapidly. He noted that these initiatives are crucial for improving maternal and child health outcomes across the state.
Strengthening the Karnataka Footprint
The Whitefield expansion is a key component of Aster’s broader growth strategy in the region. Alongside the upcoming 500-bed Yeshwantpur hospital and the 430-bed Sarjapur facility, Aster’s total capacity in Karnataka will reach 2,573 beds. This expansion solidifies Aster’s position as one of the top three private healthcare providers in the state, ensuring that residents have access to high-quality, specialized medical intervention.
