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GMCH-32: Mother and child wing gets Chandigarh admn’s approval
Notably, the initially proposed budget of ₹35 crore for the construction of the centre has been nearly doubled, now amounting to ₹73 crore
Comprehensive care to mother and child will be soon available under a single roof at Government Medical College and Hospital in Sector 32, as proposed 251-bed mother and child wing has got final approval from the Chandigarh administration, confirmed GMCH director AK Attri.
The tendering process for the transformative project is about to kick off. Despite facing several rejections, the project has secured approval for its drawings and budget. Notably, the initially proposed budget of ₹35 crore for the construction of the centre has been nearly doubled, now amounting to ₹73 crore.
Dr Attri said, “Following numerous modifications to the project, we have ultimately received approval. The budget has been adjusted due to several changes in the project. I have instructed the engineering department to initiate the tendering process for the construction work.”
Addressing a prevalent concern in India, Dr Attri emphasised the health department’s commitment to reducing maternal and infant deaths. He said the centre will have all necessary facilities, including an intensive care unit (ICU) and labour room.
The centre, exclusively dedicated to maternity services, will be overseen by the department of neonatal, obstetrics and gynaecology. All-encompassing services for mother and childcare will be efficiently delivered under one roof, he added.
Situated adjacent to the cobalt therapy unit, the upcoming facility, named Block-K, will feature a six-story building inclusive of two basement floors. Following the commencement of construction, the building is anticipated to become operational within two years.
The centre aims to alleviate the burden of referring maternity patients to PGIMER. Additionally, it will enhance the quality of care for patients in the tricity and neighbouring states of Punjab and Haryana.
