What is Dr. Suman Singh's role in Chandigarh's health services?

Dr. Suman Singh is the Director of Health Services in Chandigarh, focusing on hospital modernization and patient care.

What new facilities have been added to GMSH-16?

A 32-bedded Advanced Paediatrics Centre with a hybrid ICU, and renovated air-conditioned antenatal and postnatal wards have been added.

How is Chandigarh improving healthcare accessibility near homes?

Dispensaries have been upgraded to be paperless, and new labs are being established to bring health services closer to residents.

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Health Director's Extension: Chandigarh Hospitals Get Boost

22 Nov, 2025

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Summary

Dr. Suman Singh's one-year extension focuses on hospital upgrades and patient care.
New 32-bedded Advanced Paediatrics Centre inaugurated at GMSH-16.
Digitization and paperless dispensaries are key ongoing health service improvements.

Health Director's Extension: Chandigarh Hospitals Get Boost

Dr. Suman Singh, Director of Health Services, has been granted a one-year extension, signaling a continued focus on modernizing Chandigarh's healthcare facilities. Her mandate includes upgrading hospitals for better patient care and improving service convenience. Since taking charge in October 2021, Dr. Singh has spearheaded efforts to modernize the Government Multispeciality Hospital (GMSH-16), Civil Hospitals, and local dispensaries.