Govt committed to strengthen medical infrastructure across J&K: Sakeena Itoo

Pulwama, May 5: Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakeena Itoo Tuesday undertook an extensive visit of the Pampore constituency of Pulwama district and took stock of works on various public utility projects as well as reviewed healthcare facilities.
MLA Pampore, Justice (Retd) Hasnain Masoodi; Director School Education Kashmir, Naseer Ahmad Wani; Director Health Services Kashmir, Dr. Jehangir Bhakshi; CEO/CMO Kulgam senior officers of district administration and other sectoral officers also accompanied the Minister.
During her visit, the Minister inaugurated state-of-art Digital X-Ray unit and a Thyroid Analyser at the Primary Health Centre (PHC) Parigam.
Addressing a gathering on the occasion, the Minister highlighted that the Government led by Omar Abdullah is committed to strengthen the medical infrastructure across Jammu and Kashmir, with special focus on rural and underserved areas. She underlined that the introduction of these advanced diagnostic facilities will greatly enhance early detection and timely treatment of diseases, reducing the need for patients to travel to tertiary care hospitals.
She emphasized the government’s commitment to equipping rural healthcare institutions with modern technology to ensure accessible and affordable healthcare for all.
The Minister also took round of the PHC Parigam and took stock of medical facilities available. She also interacted with medical staff and local residents.
The Minister outlined the government’s commitment to equipping peripheral health institutions with modern technology and adequate manpower.
Later, the Minister also inspected the under-construction 50-bedded hospital at Kakapora. She reviewed the progress of ongoing works and directed the executing agencies to expedite construction while maintaining quality standards.
Stressing the importance of timely completion, she noted that the hospital will play a crucial role in providing accessible and affordable healthcare services to the people of the area.
Meanwhile, Sakeena Itoo also visited the site for 50-bedded Integrated AYUSH Hospital and Yoga Training Centre at Ratnipora. She highlighted the growing importance of traditional systems of medicine and holistic wellness, stating that the proposed facility will promote preventive healthcare, wellness tourism, and community well-being through AYUSH practices and yoga.
The Minister reiterated the government’s resolve to strengthen healthcare infrastructure across all regions, with a special focus on rural and underserved areas. She assured that all necessary measures will be taken to ensure that people receive quality healthcare services closer to their homes.