Announcement

On August 10, 2026, Athulya Senior Care, described as India’s largest assisted‑living provider, inaugurated its third Integrated Geriatric Care Centre in the well‑connected residential neighbourhood of Mathikere, Bengaluru. The new facility adds approximately 100 purpose‑built senior‑care beds, bringing Athulya’s total capacity in Bengaluru to more than 300 beds and cementing its position as the city’s largest integrated geriatric‑care provider.

Company Profile and Scale

Athulya Senior Care is headquartered in Chennai and operates across five Indian cities – Chennai, Bengaluru, Kochi, Hyderabad and Coimbatore – with over 1,500 beds spread across 12+ locations. To date the organisation has served more than 50,000 senior citizens, offering a continuum of services that includes assisted living, mind & memory care, transition care, rehabilitation, palliative care and home healthcare.

Demographic Context and Government Initiatives

According to the Sample Registration System (SRS) 2021, older adults constitute 9.2% of Karnataka’s population, one of the highest state‑level shares in India. An international study estimates dementia prevalence among adults aged 60 and above in the state at 7.6%, slightly above the national average. Recognising the growing public‑health challenge, the Karnataka government has declared dementia a priority through the Karnataka State Dementia Action Plan and the Brain Health Initiative, which aim to raise awareness, enable early diagnosis and improve integrated care for cognitive disorders.

Facility Features

The Mathikere centre is a purpose‑built, state‑of‑the‑art complex that integrates clinical, rehabilitative and lifestyle services under one roof. It includes spacious living areas, dedicated therapy and rehabilitation zones, technology‑enabled physiotherapy services such as virtual‑reality‑based rehabilitation, specialised memory‑care infrastructure, 24‑hour emergency medical support, nutrition‑managed diet plans and recreational spaces designed to promote active ageing and holistic well‑being.

Statements from Stakeholders

Hon’ble Shri U.T. Khader, Minister for Health & Family Welfare, Government of Karnataka, praised the addition, stating that strengthening geriatric‑care infrastructure is essential for healthy ageing and that facilities like Athulya’s complement the state’s elder‑care initiatives. Founder & CEO Srinivasan G. highlighted Bengaluru’s emergence as a fast‑growing hub for specialised senior care, citing rising life expectancy, changing family structures and greater awareness of assisted‑living options as drivers, and reaffirmed the centre’s role in Athulya’s long‑term Karnataka growth strategy. Founder & Managing Director Dr. Karthik Narayan R. emphasized the need for an integrated approach that combines clinical excellence, rehabilitation, emotional well‑being and dignified living, noting that the new centre embodies this philosophy and will serve as a model for future geriatric‑care infrastructure in the city.

Strategic Significance

The launch aligns with Athulya’s mission to redefine elder care in India by combining clinical expertise, compassionate caregiving and purpose‑built infrastructure tailored exclusively for senior citizens. By expanding its footprint in Karnataka, the company strengthens its presence in a key market identified in its long‑term growth plan.