Mizoram Approves Plan for Neurosurgery Dept at Zoram Medical College

Further, the Governor also informed that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has urged the PSUs Undertakings to liberally allocate their CSR funds for the benefit of the North Eastern States and stressed the need to develop efficient methods for mobilizing these funds. This, he said, is an important step to ensure proper utilization and development.

Along with this, Lalrinpuii said efforts are being made to improve healthcare services in the state, mentioning the ongoing initiatives to establish a neurosurgery department at ZMC. She also highlighted the importance of further developing facilities such as the cardiothoracic vascular surgery OT unit, IVF centre and other essential units at the college.

Meanwhile, an official statement noted that there are no major hurdles in the initial phase and the necessary financial requirements and detailed project proposal have also been reviewed and approved.

The statement further said that it has also been decided to approach Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) for CSR funding and a commitment has been expressed to actively pursue the proposal to get the necessary support, report TOI.