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India Gazette
11-05-2025
- Health
- India Gazette
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta attends 36th Rath Yatra at Shree Mahaveer Digambar Jain Mandir
New Delhi [India], May 11 (ANI): Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta attended the 36th Rath Yatra at Shree Mahaveer Digambar Jain Mandir in Pitampura on Sunday. Earlier, the CM met the Health Minister Pankaj Kumar Singh and other health superintendents at the secretariat to review preparedness for any 'emergency'. The meeting was held on Friday. Speaking to the media after the meeting, CM Gupta emphasised that the Government hospitals in the national capital are prepared. 'Our government hospitals are all prepared for any situation. We have invited all the MDS and taken updates. A probe into updating on any shortage of staff or medicines is being done. The patients coming in will be treated through the Ayushman Bharat Scheme and the Ayushman Vyay Vandana Scheme. The administration, doctors and hospitals must be ready,' she said. On April 28, New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) Vice Chairman Kuljeet Singh Chahal said that the Vay Vandan Yojana, which fulfils a promise made by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, will provide health benefits worth up to Rs 10 lakh to each eligible beneficiary. While speaking to ANI, Chahal said, 'PM Narendra Modi had promised Delhi to give benefits of the Ayushman Yojana... The Vay Vandan Yojana, which will provide a benefit worth Rs 10 lakh to each beneficiary, is set to be implemented starting today... The Delhi government had allocated a budget of Rs 2140 crores for this scheme.' Under the program, every senior citizen aged 70 and above will be eligible for comprehensive health coverage. Earlier on Thursday, Union Minister Manohar Lal Khattar held meeting with Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta at the Delhi Secretariat to discuss key issues such as water supply, land, DDA, road development, traffic congestion, and other important infrastructure challenges facing by the national capital. After the meeting, Khattar said that the national capital has been facing many problems which is been pending for 15 to 20 years due to the failures of past governments. He also praised Chief Minister Rekha Gupta and stated that ever since Rekha Gupta became Chief Minister, the whole cabinet has been working together to solve these issues. (ANI)
India Gazette
10-05-2025
- Health
- India Gazette
Delhi CM chairs meeting with Health minister, officials; Reviews emergency preparedness
New Delhi [India], May 10 (ANI): Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta met with Health Minister Pankaj Kumar Singh and other health superintendents at the secretariat to review preparedness for any 'emergency.' The meeting was held on Friday here. Speaking to the media after the meeting, CM Gupta emphasized that the Government hospitals in the national capital are prepared. 'Our government hospitals are all prepared for any situation. We have invited all the MDs and taken updates. A probe into updating on any shortage of staff or medicines is being done. The patients coming in will be treated through Ayushman Bharat Scheme and Ayushman Vyay Vandana Scheme. The administration, doctors and hospitals must be ready,' she said. On April 28, New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) Vice Chairman Kuljeet Singh Chahal said that the Vay Vandan Yojana, which fulfils a promise made by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, will provide health benefits worth up to Rs 10 lakh to each eligible beneficiary. While speaking to ANI, Chahal said, 'PM Narendra Modi had promised Delhi to give benefits of the Ayushman Yojana... The Vay Vandan Yojana, which will provide a benefit worth Rs 10 lakh to each beneficiary, is set to be implemented from today... The Delhi government had allocated a budget of Rs 2140 crores for this scheme.' Under the program, every senior citizen aged 70 and above will be eligible for comprehensive health coverage. Earlier on Thursday, Union Minister Manohar Lal Khattar held meeting with Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta at the Delhi Secretariat to discuss key issues such as water supply, land, DDA, road development, traffic congestion, and other important infrastructure challenges facing by the national capital. After the meeting, Khattar said that the national capital has been facing many problems which is been pending for 15 to 20 years due to the failures of past governments. He also praised Chief Minister Rekha Gupta and stated that ever since Rekha Gupta became Chief Minister, the whole cabinet has been working together to solve these issues. (ANI)
Mint
10-05-2025
- Health
- Mint
India-Pakistan Conflict: Hospitals on High Alert! emergency readiness ramps up amid escalating tensions
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta convened a meeting on Friday with senior health officials from Delhi government hospitals to assess emergency preparedness in response to the ongoing military conflict between India and Pakistan, ANI reported citing official sources. During the meeting, Gupta instructed hospital authorities to ensure all medical facilities are fully equipped to handle any crisis. Later, Gupta said, 'Our government hospitals are all prepared for any situation. We have invited all the MDs and taken updates. A probe into updating on any shortage of staff or medicines is being done. The patients coming in will be treated through the Ayushman Bharat Scheme and Ayushman Vyay Vandana Scheme. The administration, doctors and hospitals must be ready.' The Delhi Medical Association (DMA) on Friday called upon all members of the medical fraternity to act with resolve, responsibility, and readiness. The advisory from the Delhi Medical Association read, "As guardians of public health, it is our duty to rise to the occasion and support the nation in every possible manner." The advisory included several instructions, including cancelling non-essential activities, enhancing hospital safety and preparedness and conducting mock drills, ANI reported. "All socio-cultural, academic, or celebratory events must be suspended until the situation de-escalates. This is the time to prioritise national service over routine engagements. Hospitals and clinics must ensure enhanced safety protocols on premises. Emergency response systems should be reviewed. Stockpile essential medicines, surgical supplies, and blood units. Staff must be prepared for trauma care and surge capacity," read the advisory. In accordance with Public Health Communication, the advisory said, 'Doctors must actively counter misinformation, reassure the public, and support mental well-being through accurate, calm communication.' It also called upon coordination with the authorities and said, 'Collaborate with local health departments, disaster management bodies, and defence medical teams as required.' Meanwhile, AIIMS Bhubaneswar announced the cancellation of all kinds of leave, including vacation and station leave in view of emerging circumstances. According to a report by Hindustan Times, Mumbai hospitals are ramping up preparedness by increasing bed capacity, conducting staff training, and stockpiling essential medicines, critical supplies, and blood reserves. As guardians of public health, it is our duty to rise to the occasion and support the nation in every possible manner. Mumbai's state-run JJ Hospital has established two dedicated emergency wards spanning two floors, with a total of 52 beds, to manage potential medical crises. These wards are equipped with critical care infrastructure, including oxygen support, rapid triage systems, and emergency stockpiles of essential medicines, Hindustan Times reported. (With inputs from agencies) Key Takeaways Hospitals are increasing their bed capacity and stockpiling essential supplies. Emergency preparedness includes conducting staff training and mock drills. Health officials stress the importance of public health communication to counter misinformation.
