India, April 17 -- Chief minister Devendra Fadnavis on Thursday said that the state government will consider granting concessions on building-related premiums to charitable hospitals, noting that such institutions are currently charged on par with commercial establishments despite the social role that they play.

Speaking at the foundation stone-laying ceremony of the Lata-Asha Mangeshkar Institute of Medical Sciences (LMIMS) at Nandoshi, Fadnavis said that charitable hospitals play a crucial role in public healthcare but often face financial strain. "Charitable hospitals are doing significant work, but the premiums charged for their buildings are similar to commercial establishments. We should consider providing some exemption. The gover...