DGHS requests repatriation of 20 doctors on deputation in Chandigarh for over 10 years

Chandigarh: The Director General Health Services (DGHS) of Haryana has initiated efforts to repatriate around 20 doctors who have been posted on deputation to the Chandigarh health department for over a decade.

A significant number of doctors who have exceeded these deputation limits were mentioned in the list provided by DGHS. It includes 6 senior medical officers who have been on deputation for over 14 years and 16 medical officers for over 9 years.

In an official letter, the DGHS has asked the additional chief secretary of health, Haryana, to address this matter with the UT administration. The letter mentioned, “If higher authorities agree, the government may be requested to do the needful for repatriation of those doctors who are staying on deputation for more than five years in Chandigarh administration."

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According to the Haryana Civil Services Rules, 2016, the standard duration for deputation from any government position is up to three years. However, this period can be extended to a maximum of five years if deemed necessary for the public interest. However, prior approval of the administrative department and finance department must be obtained well in time, TOI reports.

Earlier, the Director General of Health Sciences (DGHS) directed all the healthcare workers of Central government hospitals not to wear jewellery below the elbow and restrict the use of mobile phones while on duty in critical areas to safeguard the well-being of both patients and healthcare personnel as reported by Medical Dialogues team.

Jewellery below the elbow and usage of mobile phones while on duty have been prohibited to prevent the potential spread of infection and minimize infection risks.

In addition, it has been directed to create and implement a policy that limits the usage of cell phones in patient zones and high-risk areas like ICUs, HDUs, post-operative wards, and operation rooms.

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