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Time of India
10-07-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Govt Dental College & Hospital Turns 58
Nagpur: Celebrating its 58th foundation day on Friday, the Government Dental College and Hospital (GDCH), Nagpur, still awaits the opening of the Super Specialty Dentistry and Research Centre attached to the institution. Addressing his first press conference on Thursday after taking over as the new dean, Dr Mangesh Fadnaik said the pending final works and procurement processes will delay the inauguration of the super specialty hospital. "The civil works are in the last phase. It will take another three to four months for the super specialty to get operational," Fadnaik said. "We are constantly reviewing the progress of work," he added. GDCH has already received Rs2.88 crore for equipment purchase for the super specialty facility. Two additional proposals — one for Rs2.92 crore under the District Planning and Development Council (DPDC) and another for Rs3.80 crore under state govt scheme — have been submitted and are likely to receive approvals soon. "These funds will ensure that the new centre is equipped with modern technology. We have also written to state govt seeking permission to procure equipment directly through private systems rather than state corporations to expedite the process," Dr Fadnaik added. The upcoming super specialty centre will house advanced departments like implant dentistry, aesthetic dentistry, digital dentistry, sports dentistry, forensic dentistry, and geriatric dentistry, among others. Though GDCH's foundation day technically falls on July 13 — the day it was established in 1968 — the celebrations have been scheduled for July 11 this year. The day will feature a blood donation camp, alumni meet, and general body meetings. The celebrations will see GDC Bhushan awards being conferred on — Dr TR Gunarangarao from Bengaluru, a first-batch pass-out, Dr Surendra Padmawar from Yavatmal, from the second batch, and Dr Rameshwar Dolas from Pune, who belongs to the third batch of the college. Additionally, fifteen academic awards instituted by former students will also be presented during the event.


Express Tribune
14-06-2025
- Sport
- Express Tribune
Rs2.92bn earmarked for 65 sports development schemes
The Sindh government has allocated a total of Rs2.92 billion for 65 sports-related development schemes across the province in the fiscal year 2025-26. According to the provincial budget, Rs2.20 billion has been earmarked for 46 ongoing sports schemes, while Rs725 million has been allocated for 19 new, unapproved development projects. This includes Rs75 million for two new initiatives in Karachi. A key project includes the restoration and upgradation of the gym at Sindh Youth Centre in Gulistan-e-Jauhar, Karachi, along with the construction of a paddle court and futsal arena - estimated at Rs70 million, of which Rs35 million has been allocated in the new budget. Additionally, Rs40 million has been set aside for the construction of a synthetic sports arena at the Disabled Sports Centre in Karachi East, out of an estimated cost of Rs80 million. The long-awaited installation of floodlights at Hyderabad's Niaz Stadium - crucial for hosting international cricket matches - will receive Rs80 million. Furthermore, Rs12 million has been allocated for women's residential facilities and a sports club at the SSB hostel within the stadium premises. In Qasimabad, Rs100 million has been reserved for an outdoor synthetic sports arena. In the district of Ghotki, Rs280 million has been earmarked for four major projects in Mirpur Mathelo, Sardar Gah, Khan Garh, and the Sardar Muhammad Khan Mahar College. These include the construction of sports grounds, complexes, net practice facilities, and floodlights. Further allocations include Rs70 million each for grassy cricket grounds or sports facilities in Mehar (Dadu), Government College Mehar, Lakhi (Shikarpur), Bahadurpur (Jacobabad), Thal, Matli (Badin), and Umerkot. An amount of Rs80 million has been set aside for the construction of a multipurpose indoor sports hall in Prem Nagar, Tharparkar and Rs70 million for a new sports ground in the same area. These schemes are part of Sindh's broader effort to upgrade infrastructure, promote inclusive participation, and improve sports standards at grassroots and professional levels.