Narayan leads the drive with 5,500+ ECGs for women — highest by any single facility in a day
· Narayana Health breaks its own 2023 world record of 3,797 ECGs conducted in 24 hours
National / Ahmedabad 17 September 2025: Narayana Health, India’s leading healthcare provider, has set a new benchmark in preventive cardiac care by conducting 11,175 free ECG screenings for women across its 20+ hospitals and healthcare centres in a single day. This initiative was part of a nationwide campaign in support of the Government of India’s Swasth Naari, Sashakt Parivar Abhiyaan, launched on 17th September 2025 by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to strengthen healthcare services for women and children across the country.
The screenings, conducted on the same day, were aimed at raising awareness about the importance of early detection of cardiovascular diseases in women — a demographic often underdiagnosed in cardiac care. The initiative reflects Narayana Health’s commitment to aligning with public health goals and enhancing access to quality preventive healthcare for women across both urban and rural India.
Breaking Records & Reaching Hearts Nationwide
In a record-breaking initiative focused on women’s heart health, Narayana Health has successfully conducted 11,175 ECG screenings for women across its hospitals — nearly tripling last year’s record of 3,797 ECGs (conducted for both men and women). This year’s effort not only exceeded expectations but also broke Narayana Health’s own 2023 world record for ECGs conducted in a single day.
The campaign was led by Narayana Hospital City, Ahmedabad which achieved an extraordinary feat by performing 5,500+ ECGs in a single day — the highest number ever recorded at a single facility.
Other major contributors included:
South Region – Total: 6,957 ECGs
● Narayana Multispeciality Hospital, Mysore – 554 ECGs
● Sahyadri Narayana Multispeciality Hospital, Shimoga – 270 ECGs
● Narayana Multispeciality Hospital, HSR Layout, Bengaluru – 325 ECGs
● SDM Narayana Heart Centre, Dharwad – 308 ECGs
West Region
● Narayana Multispeciality Hospital, Ahmedabad – 694 ECGs
● Narayana Health, Mumbai – 300 ECGs
Central Region
● MMI Narayana Superspeciality Hospital, Raipur – 791 ECGs
East Region – Total: 1,230 ECGs
● Rabindranath Tagore International Institute of Cardiac Sciences, Kolkata – 378 ECGs
● Narayana Multispeciality Hospital, Barasat – 311 ECGs
● Narayana Superspeciality Hospital, Howrah – 541 ECGs
● Brahmananda Narayana Hospital, Jamshedpur – 263 ECGs
North Region
● Dharamshila Narayana Superspeciality Hospital, Delhi – 620 ECGs
● Narayana Superspeciality Hospital, Gurugram – 320 ECGs
Leadership Speaks
Dr. Devi Shetty, Founder and Chairman of Narayana Health, said, “We are delighted to have crossed our target of 5,000 ECGs in a single day. This is not just a number—it represents thousands of women who have taken the first step in understanding and protecting their heart health. At Narayana Health, we believe that preventive care is the foundation of a healthy nation, and this initiative reflects our commitment to align with the Government’s vision of Swasth Naari, Sashakt Parivar.”
Dr. Emmanuel Rupert, Group CEO of Narayana Health, added, “The response we have received from across the country is a testament to the growing awareness about preventive health. Through this initiative, we not only reached women in major cities but also ensured participation in smaller towns and communities. Our teams across 20+ units worked tirelessly to make this campaign a success, highlighting Narayana Health’s strength as a national healthcare network.”
Why It Matters
Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death among women in India, accounting for almost 18% of all female deaths, according to the Global Burden of Disease Study. In fact, heart disease kills more Indian women than breast cancer and all other cancers combined.
Cardiologists at Narayana Health stress that an ECG (Electrocardiogram) is a simple, non-invasive, and quick test that can identify early signs of heart abnormalities. Early detection through regular screenings significantly improves outcomes by enabling timely intervention and lifestyle management.
A Legacy of Impact
This milestone builds on Narayana Health’s continued focus on high-impact preventive health. In 2023, Narayana Health City, Bengaluru set a world record by conducting 3,797 ECGs in 24 hours at a single venue — a record it has now shattered in 2025 with 5,500+ ECGs in a day.
The 2025 campaign underscores how public-private collaboration and community engagement can create powerful momentum in addressing India’s most pressing health challenges — especially those affecting women.
About Narayana Health
Narayana Health, founded by Dr. Devi Shetty and headquartered in Bengaluru, is a leading presence in the global healthcare landscape. As one of the largest healthcare providers in India, Narayana Health operates a comprehensive range of primary, secondary and super-specialty tertiary care facilities across India and the Caribbean. The group’s Centres of Excellence in various medical domains, a team of 18,822 dedicated professionals, including 3,868 skilled doctors and specialists, and a relentless focus on patient well-being and clinical excellence underscore its position as a beacon of hope and healing in the healthcare industry.
Narayana One Health (NH Integrated Care) and Narayana Health Insurance are subsidiaries of Narayana Health.
For more information, visit https://www.narayanahealth.org/
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