Ujala Cygnus Group of Hospitals has announced a strategic partnership with Amandeep Hospitals, a trusted and leading healthcare provider in Punjab and the Jammu & Kashmir region, operating five multi-super-specialty hospitals with more than 800 operational beds. As part of the agreement, Ujala Cygnus will acquire a significant stake in Amandeep Hospitals. 

This collaboration marks a valuable milestone in Ujala Cygnus’ mission to make high-quality, affordable healthcare services more accessible across North India. The alliance brings together two mission-driven healthcare institutions with a shared vision of expanding world-class clinical services to underserved regions.

While Ujala Cygnus will provide institutional scale, technology, and operational expertise, Amandeep Hospitals will continue to contribute deep-rooted clinical excellence, regional trust, and a legacy of compassionate care. 

Commenting on the major development, Mr. Probal Ghosal, Chairman, Director and Co-Founder, Ujala Cygnus Healthcare Services, said, “This collaboration with Amandeep Hospitals is built on mutual respect, shared values, and a common commitment to excellence in patient care. By combining our respective strengths, we are poised to redefine the healthcare landscape in Punjab and J&K. Our goal is not just to grow but to grow meaningfully—with deeper community engagement, stronger medical talent, and a continuous focus on clinical outcomes.” 

As part of this partnership, Dr. Avtar Singh—a renowned pioneer in robotic joint replacement surgery—will lead the Orthopaedics Centre of Excellence across both Ujala Cygnus and Amandeep Hospitals. In this role, he will drive the expansion of a cutting-edge robotics program across Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, and Jammu & Kashmir. 

“As I lead the Orthopaedics Centre of Excellence, my vision is to serve the region with unwavering dedication, leveraging cutting-edge technology and expertise to deliver exceptional care at scale. This partnership empowers the vision, allowing us to serve with enhanced capabilities, make a difference in more lives, and transform the healthcare landscape for generations to come,” said Dr. Avtar Singh, Chief Orthopaedics Surgeon, AI Joint Replacement Specialist, Director, Amandeep Group of Hospitals. 

With this partnership, Ujala Cygnus enters the Punjab healthcare market for the first time, growing its network from 22 to 28 hospitals and increasing its total bed capacity from approximately 2,000 beds to nearly 2,800 beds with the addition of five hospitals across Amritsar, Pathankot, Firozpur, and Srinagar. It also consolidates Ujala Cygnus’ leadership in Jammu & Kashmir, making it the largest private hospital network in the region. 

Dr. Shuchin Bajaj, Founder Director, Ujala Cygnus Hospitals, said, “We are excited to embark on this new chapter with Amandeep Hospitals. Our combined strengths will allow us to bring cutting-edge medical technology and specialised care closer to people’s homes. The opportunity to grow while staying true to our roots is what makes this partnership truly special for Amandeep Hospitals, as well.” 

Prateek Ghosal, Chief of Strategy, Growth & Digital – Ujala Cygnus Healthcare Services, also expressed enthusiasm over the deal, saying, “This partnership marks a pivotal step in our journey to build the most trusted healthcare network in North India. By joining forces with Amandeep Hospitals, we’re accelerating access to advanced, affordable care across the region.”  Founded in 1990 by Dr. Amandeep Kaur and Dr. Avtar Singh, Amandeep Hospitals brings a strong reputation in Orthopaedics, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Neurosciences, Cardiac Sciences, Department of Pulmonary Medicine & Thoracic Surgery, and Gastroenterology, among other specialties.

The institution has been honoured with several national and regional awards for the exceptional work they have been doing in the region. The Orthopaedic team of Amandeep Hospital, Amritsar, has performed more than 1.55 lakh surgeries in the past 35 years under the supervision of Dr. Avtar Singh, who has performed 5,500+ successful AI Robotic Knee & Hip Replacement surgeries and 27,000+ joint replacement surgeries since 1990. 

Commenting on the commitment of the Amandeep Group, Dr. Shahbaz Singh, Director, Amandeep Group of Hospitals, said, “We are committed to transforming the healthcare landscape of Punjab and the Jammu & Kashmir region by providing world-class medical services, leveraging the latest advancements, and fostering a culture of excellence—ultimately ensuring that our community receives the best possible care.” 

Looking ahead, the combined group plans to expand its presence across Punjab, including potential new hospitals in Ludhiana, Jalandhar, Patiala, and the Tricity region, while also augmenting services toward higher-end tertiary and quaternary care.

With a shared focus on clinical excellence, technological innovation, and patient-centricity, Ujala Cygnus and Amandeep Hospitals are committed to building a healthier, more equitable future for the people of North India—a vision vigorously backed by General Atlantic, a leading global growth investor, which entered into a partnership with Ujala Cygnus, backing it with strategic growth investment in April 2024.