Establishment of AIIMS in Nagpur a boon for central India, says Gadkari

Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari said that keeping in view the requirements of the Vidarbha region, with the establishment of an institute of repute like AIIMS in Nagpur, the patients of all the bordering states of central India will have access to affordable and modern medical facilities. However, they have to ensure that the benefits of these facilities reach not only the cities but also the people of the remote villages of the region

Delhi:Congratulating the president, director, employees and students of the AIIMS in Nagpur, Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari said, “Keeping in view the requirements of the Vidarbha region, with the establishment of an institute of repute like AIIMS in Nagpur, the patients of all the bordering states of central India will have access to affordable and modern medical facilities. However, we have to ensure that the benefits of these facilities reach not only the cities but also the people of the remote villages of our region.”

On Sunday, Nitin Gadkari presided over a digital event to mark the third Foundation Day of AIIMS in Nagpur in the presence of Dr Bharati Pravin Pawar, Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare. Dr Vikas Mahatme, Rajya Sabha MP, and Dr Nitin Raut, Energy Minister and Guardian Minister (Nagpur), Government of Maharashtra, were also present.

Highlighting that the recently built AIIMS institutions are destined to correct the long-standing regional imbalance, the Minister stated that doubling the number of present AIIMS will better serve the aspirations of the people. Expressing her happiness, Dr Pawar said the underserved regions of the country are getting access to Tertiary Health Care due to the efforts of the government. “We all know that even after so many decades of independence, only six AIIMS were built in the country. Thereafter in 2014, the government has developed a policy to develop AIIMS in every state under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi."

Noting that AIIMS Nagpur has made a positive impact in educational and patient services, she said, “This institute launched postgraduate and Ph D programme in 2020, which is noteworthy. I am told that the institute has developed various patterns of training for undergraduate and postgraduate medical students, which reflects the high-quality standards in this institution of national importance.”

Speaking from her rich experience as a doctor, she advised the medical students and the community that like medical treatment, empathy and emotional care for the patients are equally important. “This is the main responsibility of the healthcare provider and each member of the care team. Patients spend a significant time interacting with nurses, medical assistants and receptionists. These interactions can provide many opportunities to demonstrate compassion and empathy towards patients. Therefore, training, encouraging staff to ensure patient care with empathy will significantly impact the overall patient experience.”

She outlined the endeavour of the Central government to work holistically with emphasis on preventive caregiving priority to modern treatment facilities, along with reducing the cost of treatment of the poor and increasing the number of doctors.

She expressed hope that the institute will play an important role in the effective implementation of various health initiatives of the Central government. “There will be many challenges, but I am sure, you will overcome all obstacles, achieve greater heights and become a role model for other health institutions in the state,” she added.

The inaugural issue of the Institute magazine “Abhigyanam” was released on the occasion. Rajesh Bhushan, Union Health Secretary, Dr PK Dave, President, AIIMS, Nagpur, Maj Gen Dr Vibha Dutta, Director and CEO, AIIMS, Nagpur, and senior doctors and others were also present.

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