In a major booster to the healthcare segment of the area, the PM has recently laid the foundation stones of four hospitals to be constructed at the cost of about Rs. 1,000-cr and has also launched score of other public welfare schemes. During his recent visit, he laid the foundation stone of Mahamana Pt. Madan Mohan Malviya Cancer Centre entailing an investment of Rs. 500-cr and Centenary Super Specialty Hospital of Rs. 200cr, which will be constructed on the varsity premises. Along with patients from UP, the two hospitals will also cater to those from adjoining states of Bihar, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, and Odisha and also ease the pressure on Sir Sundar Lal Hospital, BHU, said an official spokesperson.