CM introduced 9 super-speciality depts at Hamirpur medical college, says Bittu

Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu has introduced nine super-speciality departments at Dr Radhakrishnan Government Medical College in Hamirpur to provide best health facilities to the people of the region, said Sunil Sharma Bittu, political adviser to Chief Minister, while addressing students at Government Senior Secondary School, Tal, during its annual day function today.

He said that the Chief Minister had outlined an extensive plan to introduce the latest technology in healthcare as well. It had been decided to establish nine super-speciality departments, including cardiology, nephrology and neurology, at the medical college. This would enable PGI-level medical facilities for the people of Hamirpur in the near future. Besides, a separate mother-child hospital would be constructed at the medical college.

Bittu said that the Chief Minister was taking unprecedented decisions for reforms in the education, health and other sectors. He added that to provide better quality education to students of government schools, 100 schools would be brought under the CBSE in the first phase. This initiative would ensure children from rural backgrounds receive quality education.

He assured the gathering that he would secure a budget from the Chief Minister for the construction of a new building and a laboratory at the school in place of the old structure. He said that the Chief Minister had introduced a special package using the resources of the state for the rehabilitation of families affected by disasters without relying on the Central Government aid.

Atul Sharma, principal of the school, presented the annual report while students showcased cultural items.

Later, Bittu gave away awards to students for their achievements in various fields.