Rims-2 project on amid dialogues
Ranchi: The construction of boundary wall for the second campus of the Rajendra Institute of Medical Sciences (Rim-2) on the Kanke-Patratu Road has begun, officials said.
Three triple-layer barricades have been set up on the approach road to control protests and prevent disruption to the demarcation process.
Additionally, a 24-hour deployment of security personnel has been arranged to maintain law and order and safeguard govt property.
The project had faced stiff resistance from local residents, prompting authorities to take stringent security measures.
DC Manjunath said, "People are now cooperating. Dialogues with stakeholders are on to address their concerns and ensure the smooth progress of the project."
Health minister Irfan Ansari, stated, "Phase-2 is essential to meet the growing healthcare needs of the state."
The health department allotted 207 acres land for the Rs 1,074-crore project. It will feature a 700-bed hospital, with 200 to 250 beds dedicated to superspeciality, and accommodate 100 undergraduate and 50 postgraduate seats. TNN
The facility will provide advanced treatment for cardiac, neuro, neonatal, and nephrology patients, along with general healthcare services for other patients.
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