Army establishes 50-bed Covid facility at Sri Ganganagar

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Updated At : 10:10 PM May 21, 2021 IST

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Tribune News Service
Chandigarh, May 21

The Indian Army’s Sudharshan Chakra Division on Friday dedicated a 50-bed hospital to civilians in Sri Ganganagar—located at the Southern Punjab border—to combat the rapid surge in coronavirus cases.

The level-2 facility would provide Covid related medical care—including oxygen—to affected civilians in the district and adjoining areas, according to an official statement.

Army doctors and para-medical officials have set up a medical facility with the assistance of the district administration, and Jan Sewa Hospital in record time. The Indian Army would also provide dedicated medical staff and equipment to fight the pandemic.

Ambulances have been made available. Admission to the facility would be co-ordinated by the District Medical Administration and Jan Sewa Hospital.

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