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Dr. Pardeep Mahotra said that Gandhi Nagar Hospital caters to the health needs of thousands of people every day, including patients, attendants, doctors, paramedics, and administrative staff. In such institutions, where human lives depend on timely treatment, infrastructure safety and quality healthcare facilities cannot be compromised under any circumstance.
Citing recent instances where heavy rains and flash floods have already caused loss of human lives, livestock, and property in different parts of the region, Dr. Pardeep stressed that the government must take preventive steps rather than waiting for a mishap to occur. “Any delay in addressing this matter may have grave repercussions. It is time to act in advance, keeping the safety of patients and hospital staff as the top priority,” he said.
Dr. Pardeep Mahotra pointed out that suggestions are already under consideration to shift the hospital’s functioning to the adjoining maternity hospital building. In light of the safety audit, he urged the government to expedite this decision and ensure a smooth transition without disrupting essential medical services.
Highlighting Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision for creating robust health infrastructure in J&K, Dr. Pardeep said that the establishment of two AIIMS in the Union Territory, increase in medical seats at both UG and PG levels, and setting up of new medical colleges reflect the government’s commitment to affordable and quality healthcare for every citizen. “These steps are aimed at ensuring that no one is deprived of timely treatment and that the best healthcare reaches everyone in even the remotest areas of Jammu and Kashmir,” he added.
Dr. Pardeep emphasized that institutions like Gandhi Nagar Hospital are lifelines for society and should not only be well-maintained but also fully equipped with modern infrastructure to meet the growing health demands. He also called upon the administration to keep the health department on high alert to tackle any epidemic eventuality that may arise in the aftermath of flash floods, due to stranded debris, animal carcasses, and other health hazards.
“Patients and their attendants come to hospitals with hope and faith. It is the moral and administrative responsibility of the government to ensure that they receive healthcare in a safe, secure, and well-prepared environment,” Dr. Pardeep asserted.
