Andhra Health Minister promises upgrades at Govt Hospitals

Written by Medical Dialogues Team Published On 2025-04-14T15:25:21+05:30 | Updated On 14 April 2025 3:25 PM IST

Ongole: In a move to boost healthcare infrastructure, Minister for Health Satya Kumar Yadav and Minister for Social Welfare Dola Shri Bala Veeranjaneya Swamy inaugurated a state-of-the-art cardiac catheterization (cath) lab at RIMS Hospital in Ongole.

This step marks a major advancement in the state’s ongoing efforts to modernize public health facilities and enhance access to quality care for underserved communities.

The ceremony was attended by Ongole MLA Damacharla Janardhana Rao and Prakasam District Collector A. Thameem Ansaria, who joined the ministers in conducting an extensive review of the Government General Hospital (GGH) infrastructure and services.

Speaking at the event, Minister Satya Kumar Yadav reaffirmed the government’s commitment to delivering world-class healthcare to every citizen, regardless of socio-economic background. He emphasized the role of modern medical equipment, robust infrastructure, and medical education in strengthening public health institutions.

He also highlighted key government healthcare initiatives, notably the Dr. NTR Vaidya Seva scheme, which provides up to ₹25 lakh in free medical services to financially struggling families. Minister Yadav announced plans to establish 100-bed multi-speciality hospitals equipped with cutting-edge facilities in every constituency.

Additionally, he highlighted the government’s commitment to strengthening teaching hospitals and noted the successful performance of complex surgeries that were once limited to private healthcare institutions.

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As per the recent media reports by Indo Newyork, “The government is resolute in its mission to instill confidence in the public regarding the superior care offered at government hospitals,” Minister Satya Kumar Yadav proclaimed. Encouraging doctors to view their profession as sacred, he urged them to serve with unwavering dedication and compassion. Citing recent successful surgeries at the GGH as a testament to the medical prowess of government physicians, Minister Satya Kumar Yadav exuded confidence in the healthcare system’s capabilities.

Dr. Dola Sri Bala Veeranjaneya Swamy echoed the views of Minister Satya Kumar Yadav, emphasizing the urgent need to build strong infrastructure in government hospitals. He underlined the importance of efficiency among healthcare professionals and pointed out the crucial role doctors play in earning the trust and confidence of patients who rely on government healthcare services.

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According to Indo Newyork, “Patients who seek care at government hospitals often hail from impoverished backgrounds. By offering them superior medical services, we not only enhance their health outcomes but also empower them to support their families financially,” Dr. Dola Sri Bala Veeranjaneya Swamy articulated. He further underscored the pressing need to prioritize sanitation and security services at the Ongole GGH, urging the hospital superintendent to spearhead efforts in this regard.

After the formal inauguration, Minister Yadav visited the hospital’s special ward, interacting with patients and personally commending the outstanding work of the medical team. He praised the dedication of Dr. Kishan Babu (HOD, Surgical Oncology), Dr. Kiran Kumar (HOD, Dental), and Dr. Prabhakar (HOD, ENT) for their contributions to life-saving care at GGH Ongole.

As the day concluded, the inauguration stood as a testament to the government's vision for inclusive, high-quality healthcare. Ministers Satya Kumar Yadav and Dola Shri Bala Veeranjaneya Swamy’s collaborative leadership is setting a new standard for public health delivery in Andhra Pradesh.

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Medical Dialogues Team