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Announcement of Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu: 600 staff nurses and 43 operation theater assistants will be deployed in IGMC soon
Atal Institute in Shimla to provide super-speciality medical services; Rs 25 crore allocated for technical upgradation at IGMC.
Shimla, July 22: In a major step to strengthen healthcare services in Himachal Pradesh, Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu announced that 600 staff nurses and 43 operation theatre assistants (OTAs) will soon be deployed at the Indira Gandhi Medical College (IGMC). The deployment is aimed at ensuring prompt and efficient medical care for patients at the premier medical institution.
In addition, 30 posts of medical officers (MOs) are being filled to strengthen the emergency medicine department at IGMC. While chairing a meeting of the health department, CM Sukhu emphasized the state government’s commitment to providing quality healthcare services not only at IGMC but also in other medical colleges across the state.
CM Sukhu highlighted ongoing efforts to enhance infrastructure and fill vacant posts of doctors, paramedical staff and technicians. This initiative is part of a broader strategy to ensure that specialized medical care is accessible within the state, reducing the need for residents to seek treatment elsewhere.
Besides, the Atal Institute of Medical Super Specialities in the capital Shimla is set to provide super-speciality services, which will significantly enhance the medical capabilities of the region. CM Sukhu assured that the state government is committed to providing better working conditions for doctors and support staff, which is important to maintain high standards of healthcare.
A comprehensive study will be conducted to identify prevalent diseases and high-footfall outpatient departments (OPDs). Based on the findings, the government plans to proportionately increase the number of doctors and facilities, to ensure optimal allocation of healthcare resources.
To further support these initiatives, the Chief Minister announced an allocation of Rs 25 crore for the modernisation of IGMC. These funds will be used to induct modern technologies and equipment, which will significantly improve the quality of medical services provided to the residents of Himachal Pradesh.
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