KEF Holdings, a diversified conglomerate with interests spanning manufacturing, healthcare, and wellness, has announced that its flagship healthcare institution, Meitra Hospital in Kozhikode, will enter into a strategic partnership with the pan-India healthcare platform of funds managed by global investment firm KKR.
The collaboration represents a major milestone in Meitra’s mission to expand access to advanced, world-class healthcare for patients, professionals, and communities across India.
Founded in 2012 by entrepreneur Faizal Kottikollon, Meitra Hospital is recognised as one of India’s most advanced quaternary care centres. Accredited by the Joint Commission International (JCI), the hospital offers medical infrastructure and clinical services benchmarked against the world’s best healthcare institutions.
Spread across 450,000 sq. ft, Meitra features 220 private patient rooms and suites, eight state-of-the-art operation theatres, and 52 individual intensive care units, supported by cutting-edge diagnostic and medical technology.
Faizal Kottikollon will continue to serve as chairman of Meitra Hospital, ensuring continuity of vision and leadership. Backed by KEF Holdings and KKR’s healthcare platform, Meitra will accelerate its growth strategy, expanding both in Kozhikode and other geographies to address India’s rising demand for advanced healthcare solutions.
As part of its next phase of expansion, Meitra will invest in a state-of-the-art Oncology Centre alongside the addition of new hospital beds and ICUs. These developments aim to strengthen South India’s capacity for comprehensive and specialised care.
“Meitra Hospital was founded with the dream of bringing the world’s best healthcare practices and infrastructure to Kozhikode,” said Faizal Kottikollon, chairman of KEF Holdings and Meitra Hospital. “This strategic partnership with KKR’s healthcare platform will enable us to accelerate that vision, expand our capabilities, and deliver even greater value to the communities we serve. Together, we are building a future-ready healthcare institution for India.”
Indium Capital acted as the investment banking advisor to KEF Holdings, while ALMT Legal provided legal counsel on the transaction.