Public service
Recently Chief Minister Omar Abdullah did some surprise checking of hospitals in Srinagar in order know about the patient care facilities.
He directed the executing agencies to ensure its swift operationalization by January 2025 to enhance patient care and to dedicate the facility to public service.
He inspected the 500-bedded Children’s Hospital in Bemina, where he interacted with patients, attendants, and hospital staff.
During his visit, attendants from far-flung areas raised concerns about the lack of a Sarai (inn) for their stay.
The Chief Minister immediately directed the concerned authorities to construct a Sarai to accommodate attendants and alleviate their difficulties.
The hospital staff highlighted the challenges of expanding super-specialty facilities due to express space constraints.
He assured them that the issue would be addressed on priority.
He also promised to resolve the shortage of medical staff, including doctors and paramedics, not only at this hospital but across healthcare facilities in Jammu and Kashmir.
He instructed hospital authorities to ensure the timely availability of medicines and other essential facilities for patients.
