The Jammu and Kashmir government said on Tuesday that vital healthcare facilities in Bandipora district are getting a major upgrade. This is happening under national health schemes, including the Pradhan Mantri Ayushman Bharat Health Infrastructure Mission (PM-ABHIM).
Health Minister Sakina Itoo gave the update while replying to a question from Congress MLA Nizam-Ud-Din Bhat.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp Channel
She stated that the 100-bed District Hospital in Bandipora already has important facilities like a CT scan, a dialysis unit, and oxygen plants. Under recent COVID-response funds, the hospital has also added new, specialised wards:
- A 12-bed paediatric Intensive Care Unit (ICU).
- A 30-bed oxygen-supported ward for children.
- A 10-bed ICU for mothers.
Looking ahead, the minister confirmed that under the PM-ABHIM scheme, a major 50-bed Critical Care Block has been approved for the hospital. The bidding process is complete and work is set to begin soon. Additionally, construction has started on a new public health laboratory and 12 smaller health units across the district’s blocks.
The minister also addressed delays in finishing two new Primary Health Centre buildings in Gund Jehangir and Zurimanz. She explained the hold-up was due to a change in how the projects are funded, but confirmed the Health Department is now releasing the necessary money.
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