The Healthcare Innovation Centre’s (HIC) R&D facility, whose groundbreaking ceremony was on Monday, would be operational in two years and would house 1900 employees in the first phase, the company said, without disclosing investment details. The facility, established by Royal Philips, aims to drive healthcare innovation in Pune. It will serve as a hub for research and development activities, fostering collaboration and advancements in the healthcare sector. With a 1900-strong workforce planned for the first phase, the R&D centre will create employment opportunities and boost the local economy. The centre will focus on developing technologies and solutions to address healthcare challenges, leveraging expertise from various scientific and medical disciplines. Royal Philips’ investment in this project signifies their commitment to healthcare research and their confidence in Pune as a hub for innovation.