In a significant development for regional healthcare, Paras Health Panchkula has inaugurated Panchkula’s first-ever robotic surgical system, the Da Vinci Xi. The milestone marks a leap in medical innovation for the region, positioning the hospital at the forefront of advanced, minimally invasive surgical care.
The launch event, held at Paras Health Panchkula, brought together top medical professionals, senior government officials, and civic leaders. Chief Guest Shri Ajay Chagti, IAS, Secretary – Health, Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, lauded the initiative, stating, “It is heartening to see such advanced surgical technology being made available locally. Robotic-assisted surgery is no longer a thing of the future—it is today’s medical standard, and Paras Health is leading the way in making it accessible to patients in Panchkula and beyond.”
The event was also attended by key dignitaries, including Dr. Manish Bansal, Director General Health Services; Sri Tarun Bhandari, Political Secretary to the Chief Minister of Haryana; Shri Jai Kaushik, Municipal Councillor, Sector 15 Panchkula; and Smt. Seema Chaudhary, former Mayor of Panchkula. Their presence emphasized the broader commitment from government and civic leadership to improving healthcare access and quality in the region.
The Da Vinci Xi system represents the latest generation in robotic-assisted surgical platforms, offering surgeons enhanced precision, 3D visualization, and better control during procedures. Its advanced technology enables complex surgeries to be performed through smaller incisions, leading to faster recovery, minimal scarring, and reduced postoperative complications for patients.
Speaking at the launch, Mr. Vineet Aggarwal, Chief Operating Officer of Paras Health, remarked, “Bringing the Da Vinci Xi to Panchkula is part of our mission to democratize access to best-in-class, patient-centric care. Our robotic surgical program will empower our clinicians and benefit patients with faster, safer outcomes.”
Dr. Pankaj Mittal, Facility Director of Paras Health Panchkula, added that the launch marks a new era of surgical care in the region. “This isn’t just a technological upgrade—it’s a patient-first step that allows us to deliver better clinical outcomes across multiple specialties. Our vision is to bring world-class care to every doorstep in this region.”
The robotic system will be utilized across various specialties, including urology, oncology, gynecology, and general surgery. With this development, patients in and around Panchkula can now access advanced surgical care without having to travel to major metropolitan centers.
Senior clinicians from Paras Health, including Dr. G.S. Sethi (Director, Urology and Kidney Transplant Surgery), Dr. Sunil Kumar (Director, Kidney Transplant Surgery), Dr. Rajan Sahu (Associate Director, Surgical Oncology), Dr. Amit Bansal (Senior Consultant, General, Minimal Access and Bariatric Surgery), and Dr. Karan Midha (Senior Consultant, GI Surgery), shared insights with the media, highlighting the transformative impact robotic-assisted surgery will have on patient care and surgical outcomes in the region.
With the launch of this program, Paras Health has reinforced its commitment to bringing high-quality, technologically advanced healthcare to emerging cities. Currently operating eight hospitals across India and with two more in the pipeline, the organization continues to strengthen its national presence while maintaining a focus on patient-centered innovation.