Osmania Medical College gets new girls' hostel building at cost of Rs 121 crore

Hyderabad: Health Minister C Damodar Raja Narasimha and Transport Minister Ponnam Prabhakar on Friday laid the foundation stone for a new girls' hostel at Osmania Medical College. This initiative is designed to improve facilities for female students at the college, marking a significant step toward better accommodation and support for the increasing number of women attending the prestigious institution.

The project, with an estimated cost of ₹121 crore, is aimed at significantly enhancing the infrastructure and facilities at Osmania Medical College. This substantial investment underscores a strong commitment to modernizing and expanding the infrastructure at one of India’s oldest and most esteemed medical institutions. The new girls' hostel, a key component of this initiative, is expected to be completed within the next few months and will be instrumental in addressing the current accommodation challenges faced by students.

In his speech at the event, Mr Raja Narasimha emphasized the need for government hospitals to meet or exceed the standards set by private institutions. He highlighted the critical importance of ensuring that public healthcare facilities offer high-quality services and infrastructure comparable to their private counterparts.

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The Minister also praised Osmania Medical College for its esteemed reputation, calling it a ‘brand’ that represents Hyderabad’s medical excellence on a national level. He announced plans for a new Osmania General Hospital, set to be constructed on a 32-acre site. “This project is a priority for the current government, despite the challenges we face. Governments may come and go, but what we achieve for the people is what truly matters,” he stated.

After the foundation ceremony, the two Ministers handed out appointment letters to 282 newly recruited lab technicians. The Health Minister highlighted the importance of their work, noting that the accuracy of their reports is crucial for patient care.

Mr Raja Narasimha urged the new recruits to uphold the highest professional ethics and manage their responsibilities diligently. He also announced plans to recruit an additional 1,300 healthcare staff over the next year.

The ceremony was graced by several distinguished guests, including Health Secretary Christina Z. Chongthu, Commissioner of Health and Family Welfare R.V. Karnan, and Director of Medical Education Dr N. Vani. Their presence, along with other senior officials from the Health Department, underscored the importance of this initiative in advancing educational infrastructure.

This project is part of a broader initiative to enhance student support services and ensure that all students have the necessary resources to succeed. The foundation stone laying represents a significant milestone in the ongoing development of Osmania Medical College, reflecting a commitment to providing comprehensive support and improving the educational experience for its students.

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