The temporary hospital constructed by Tata Trust in Kasaragod during the COVID-19 pandemic, consisting of large pre-fabricated containers, is set to undergo dismantling.
Established at Chattanchal in Kasaragod at a cost of ₹60 crore, the hospital, spanning 4.12 acres, featured 125 pre-fabricated containers, accommodating a 551-bed quarantine and isolation centre. Throughout its operation, the hospital provided care to over 5,000 patients.
Despite being designed for a lifespan of 30 years, the containers, post-pandemic, faced neglect, succumbing to rust and deterioration. Public outcry and activism spurred authorities into action, demanding the repurposing of these valuable assets.
