1,061 doctors have been appointed in 34 specialized fields to serve in teaching hospitals
IndiGlobal Bureau
Minister Harish Rao acknowledged the commendable efforts of Chief Minister KCR in establishing numerous medical colleges and hospitals to strengthen healthcare in the state. He congratulated the Health department for completing the transparent recruitment process and issuing appointment orders within a remarkable timeframe of just five months.
Minister Harish Rao also highlighted the recent appointment of 969 Civil Assistant Surgeons at the same platform. Furthermore, he announced the upcoming online recruitment process for 5,204 staff nurse posts through computer-based tests.
Highlighting the significant progress in organ transplantation, Minister Harish Rao praised Telangana for providing free organ transplants to the poor, with Hyderabad ranking highest in the country in terms of kidney transplants.
Minister Harish Rao announced the allocation of doctors to remote medical colleges, such as Mahabubabad, Nagar Kurnool, and Jayashankar Bhupalapalli, aiming to enhance healthcare services in these areas. He expressed his aspiration for Telangana to secure the first position in the NITI Aayog ranking and urged everyone to work together towards achieving this goal.
Drawing attention to the government’s commitment to healthcare expenditure, Minister Rao revealed an unprecedented budget allocation of Rs. 12,364 crores. He emphasized that the per capita expenditure on medical treatment in Telangana stands at Rs. 3,532, ranking third in the country. Minister proudly mentioned the smooth implementation of online processes, ensuring the availability of medicines and equipment.
Minister Rao further discussed the extensive range of diagnostic tests provided by T Diagnostic, which currently stands at 57 types and is set to increase to 134 within the next month. Previous governments failed to establish sufficient medical colleges, which compelled Telangana students to study abroad.
Last year, eight medical colleges were inaugurated, and an additional nine are set to commence operations this year. Minister Harish Rao proudly announced that eight medical colleges have already received approval from the National Medical Commission.
Minister Harish Rao highlighted the recent amendment reserving 85% of B-category seats for Telangana students, enabling 1,071 additional MBBS seats in private medical colleges to be allocated to local students.
Minister Rao revealed the government’s ambitious plans to enhance healthcare infrastructure, including the forthcoming Warangal Health City with 2,000 beds and an investment of 1,100 crores. Additionally, the expansion of Nims hospitals with 1,000 beds, Nims with 2,000 beds, MNJ Hospital with 300 to 750 beds, and the establishment of super specialty MCH in Nims will result in a total of 10,000 super specialty beds. Minister Harish Rao announced the commencement of Warangal Health City later this year.