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The Union Health Minister, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, alongside esteemed dignitaries including Prof. S. P. Singh Baghel, and Dr. Bharati Pravin Pawar, Union Ministers of State for Health & Family Welfare, marked a momentous occasion by unveiling state-of-the-art healthcare facilities at AIIMS New Delhi. The newly inaugurated establishments encompass a Mother and Child Block, Surgical block, National Centre for Geriatrics, New Paid Ward in Main hospital, Center for Advanced Research in Hospital Infection Control, Forensic DNA Laboratory at JPN Apex Trauma Centre, Centre for Medical Innovation & Entrepreneurship (CMIE), and Private Ward Wing at the National Cancer Institute (NCI), Jhajjar.
During the inauguration, Dr. Mandaviya commended AIIMS New Delhi as a “lighthouse” illuminating the path for healthcare standards across the nation. He hailed the institution’s unparalleled reputation, acknowledging the dedication and enthusiasm exhibited by its diligent medical practitioners. Emphasizing the motive behind the new facilities, he asserted their significance in enhancing healthcare services, affirming the commitment to extend quality and affordable healthcare to the remotest corners of the country.
Highlighting the government’s transformative healthcare initiatives, the Union Health Minister spotlighted the establishment of 1,70,000 Ayushman Aarogya Mandir, designed to revolutionize healthcare accessibility. Dr. Mandaviya underscored the pivotal role of these health and wellness centers, equipped with tele-consultation facilities, in streamlining healthcare accessibility for the general populace, saving valuable time, effort, and resources.
Moreover, Dr. Mandaviya accentuated India’s remarkable strides in augmenting medical education, illustrating the substantial rise in medical colleges, MBBS, PG, and nursing seats over the last decade. He emphasized India’s global outreach through initiatives like ‘Heal in India’ and ‘Heal by India,’ aimed at harnessing the burgeoning medical tourism sector.
Celebrating the dedication of Indian healthcare professionals in serving humanity, the Union Minister attributed this commitment to India’s deep-rooted cultural tradition, now acknowledged worldwide. He lauded India’s steadfast support during the global health crisis, highlighting the country’s role in supplying critical medicines to the world without inflating prices amidst a global shortage, showcasing the values of ‘Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam.’
The new AIIMS facilities signify a quantum leap in healthcare infrastructure, replete with cutting-edge technology and modern amenities, reinforcing AIIMS New Delhi’s position as a trailblazer in medical innovation and care delivery. With these advancements, AIIMS aims to diminish patient wait times and cater to a larger demographic while upholding its pledge to provide accessible, top-tier healthcare to the community.
The inauguration witnessed the presence of eminent personalities from the Union Health Ministry, healthcare professionals, and key stakeholders, underscoring the significance of these momentous strides in the realm of healthcare infrastructure and service delivery.
