The company is planning 10 centres, including 2 super-speciality hospitals and 8 vision clinics across the Chennai.
Dr. GSK Velu called the launch a homecoming, adding that a single hospital wouldn’t have made an impact in a city like Chennai. “We now have the scale, funding and clinical leadership to serve every major locality,” he said.
The group plans to open 15 hospitals and 30 vision centres in Chennai over the next two years.
This company was founded in 1996 and acquired by Velu in 2011; the company now operates over 65 healthcare facilities and 30 vision centres across six states.
Its Chennai expansion includes a merger with Jaya Eye Hospital in Mandaveli and a new greenfield facility in Anna Nagar. These centres will offer comprehensive ophthalmic care, covering cataract, retina, glaucoma and paediatric services.
MS Dhoni inaugurated SiLK Elita, Chennai’s first flapless, blade-free laser vision correction procedure, at the Anna Nagar facility. The advanced technique promises a pain-free experience, next-day recovery, and minimal risk of dry eye.
Maxivision’s growth strategy relies on decentralisation. “Today, people want eye care within 2–3 km. Our hospitals and vision centres are designed for proximity and speed,” Velu said. The company is also introducing AI-based screening tools for diabetic retinopathy and other chronic conditions through its clinics.
Dr. Shibu Varkey, Regional Clinical Director, said, “Maxivision’s model focuses on underserved and middle-income areas with early diagnosis and low-cost access. Dr. B. Ganesh, who will oversee Chennai’s clinical operations said, “The group would also start training initiatives for optometrists and counsellors.”
Chennai reports a cataract prevalence twice the state average, compounded by rising screen-related eye disorders. Maxivision hopes to fill this gap while preparing for an IPO by 2027 and scaling to 100 hospitals nationwide within the fiscal year.
