Siemens Healthineers Bolsters Manipal Hospice's Rehabilitation Section Through Significant Corporate Social Responsibility Aid
The Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) has received a significant boost in its efforts to provide comprehensive care for terminally ill patients, thanks to a generous contribution from Siemens Healthineers India. The global healthcare solutions provider has donated Rs. 1 crore to support the development of the Therapy Block at the Manipal Hospice and Respite Centre (MHRC).
The Therapy Block, spanning approximately 6,100 square feet, is equipped to provide comprehensive rehabilitative and supportive care. It features dedicated spaces for physiotherapy, occupational therapy, mind-body therapy, speech and swallow therapy, home-based occupational therapy, and counseling. The facility is designed to enhance the comfort, independence, and dignity of patients by addressing their physical, cognitive, and emotional needs.
The MHRC is unique as it is the first hospice in India affiliated with both a hospital and a university, making it strongly embedded within academic and clinical settings. It is the second largest hospice in India, serving patients with both cancer and non-cancer conditions, and provides respite and end-of-life care for adults and children. The hospice became operational from June 2025, following its inauguration in May 2025.
Hariharan Subramanian, Managing Director of Siemens Healthcare Pvt Limited, emphasized that this partnership reflects a shared commitment to fostering positive health outcomes and enhancing societal well-being within the communities served. The Vice Chancellor of MAHE highlighted the importance of this support in advancing the mission to deliver specialized, empathetic, and academically rooted healthcare in India.
This collaboration exemplifies how partnerships between industry leaders like Siemens Healthineers and academic institutions such as MAHE can transform care delivery and support healthcare providers across the entire patient care continuum, including prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and aftercare.
MAHE, currently ranked 4th in the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF), offers over 400 specializations across various streams: Health Sciences, Management, Law, Humanities & Social Sciences, and Technology & Science. It is the preferred choice for students seeking a transformative learning experience and an enriching campus life. The university's constituent units are located at campuses in Manipal, Mangalore, Bengaluru, Jamshedpur, and Dubai.
In October 2020, the Ministry of Education, Government of India, awarded MAHE the prestigious Institution of Eminence status. The university is also the preferred choice for national and multi-national corporates looking for top talent. The Therapy Block at the Manipal Hospice and Respite Centre is a significant addition to MAHE's already impressive infrastructure, further solidifying its position as a leading academic institution.
References: [1] Siemens Healthineers India. (2025). Press Release: Siemens Healthineers India Contributes to Manipal Hospice and Respite Centre. Retrieved from [www.siemens-healthineers.com/in/en/about/press/2025/may/siemens-healthineers-india-contributes-to-manipal-hospice-and-respite-centre.html](http://www.siemens-healthineers.com/in/en/about/press/2025/may/siemens-healthineers-india-contributes-to-manipal-hospice-and-respite-centre.html)
[2] Manipal Academy of Higher Education. (2025). Manipal Hospice and Respite Centre: A Beacon of Hope. Retrieved from [www.manipal.edu/mhrc](http://www.manipal.edu/mhrc)
- The generous contribution from Siemens Healthineers India will enable the Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) to provide better medical-conditions care for terminally ill patients.
- The Therapy Block, developed at the Manipal Hospice and Respite Centre (MHRC), is a testament to collaboration between the academia and industry, supporting patients' health-and-wellness needs comprehensively.
- With its focus on fitness-and-exercise, physiotherapy, mental health, and counseling services, the Therapy Block aims to enhance the quality of life for patients dealing with cancer and other medical-conditions.
- By offering specialized education on health sciences, technology, finance, and management, MAHE is fostering future industry leaders capable of driving advancements in various sectors, including manufacturing and business.
- The development of the Therapy Block marks a significant milestone in MAHE's mission to establish itself as an Institution of Eminence, providing transformative learning experiences for its students.
- As more corporations recognize the university's top talent and impressive infrastructure, the Manipal Hospice and Respite Centre's Therapy Block will further contribute to MAHE's reputation as a leading academic institution.
- By supporting academic institutions like MAHE through donations and partnerships, corporations like Siemens Healthineers can help improve not only individual health but also societal well-being at large.
