• Reviews progress of Projects, Healthcare Facilities

ANANTNAG: Deputy Commissioner Anantnag, Dr. Bilal Mohiud Din Bhat today conducted a visit to Government Medical College Anantnag (Dialgam) and the MMAB, Associated Hospital (Janglatmandi) to take stock of the ongoing projects and review the healthcare services and facilities being provided to the patients. 

Principal GMC, ADC, MS AH, officers from executing agencies and other officers and officials accompanied the Deputy Commissioner. At GMC, the Principal apprised the DC about the major projects completed in 2024-25 and 2025-26 and the status of ongoing works. It was informed that Cath Lab at the cost of Rs.12.63 Crore and nursing college at estimated cost of Rs. 5 Crore have been developed. Besides, pipe laying for water was done at the cost of Rs. 4.50 Crore.

In ongoing works, Fire Fighting System at AH coming at cost of Rs. 4.98 Crore has achieved physical progress of 80 percent and is expected to be completed by Sep-2026. Further, the construction work on 50 beddded Critical Care Block which is coming at a cost of Rs. 23.75 Crore is under process. 

Regarding the financial progress, the DC was informed that out of Rs. 1996.39 Lakh released under Capex during the current FY 2025-26, Rs. 988.49 Lakh which is approximately 50 percent have been utilised so far.

The DC issued on spot directions to the concerned authorities to expedite pace of work and the financial progress on the works. He also called for providing the essential amenities, sports, co curricular and other facilities to the students and staff of the college.

During the visit of AH, the DC inspected MRD Section and took stock of the functioning of online registration and Scan and Share sevices. He issued directions for completion of the Critical Care Block project in a time bound manner and also recommended adding two floors for the Sarai for ease of attendants.

The hospital authorities briefed the DC about functioning of different departments, patient inflow and the measures being taken to improve healthcare delivery at the institution.

The DC interacted with doctors, paramedical staff and patients to take firsthand feedback regarding the quality of healthcare services and availability of medicines and diagnostic facilities.

The Deputy Commissioner emphasized the need for maintaining high standards of cleanliness, patient care and timely medical services. He asked the concerned authorities to address any shortcomings on priority so that people receive quality healthcare services without inconvenience.

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