Says Covid vaccination, improving health facilities among top prioritiesNew DHS assumes charge in UT

Chandigarh, October 1

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A 1991-batch Punjab Civil Medical Services (PCMS) officer, Dr Suman Singh, today assumed the charge of the Director, Health Services, UT. Prior to her joining here, she was Deputy Director, Vigilance, Punjab.

Talking to Chandigarh Tribune, Dr Suman said, “My focus will be on improving health services in the UT, so that every section of the society, especially economically weaker sections and old people, could avail the health facilities in a hassle-free manner,” she said.

She said special stress would be laid on all issues related to Covid-19 management, besides ensuring vaccination to all residents in the UT.

“To combat the possible Covid-19 third wave, the Government of India has already

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