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Maharashtra to Hire 5,000 Health Staff for Failing Facilities
2 Apr
Summary
- 5,000 doctors and healthcare staff will be appointed soon.
- This aims to make non-functional and new healthcare facilities operational.
- Recruitment is pending approval and expected before monsoon.
The state public health department in Maharashtra is set to appoint 5,000 doctors and healthcare staff, according to Health Minister Prakash Abitkar. This significant recruitment drive is intended to make non-functional and newly built healthcare facilities operational across the state.
Many healthcare centres, including First Referral Units (FRUs), have been rendered non-functional due to a persistent shortage of doctors and specialists. This impacts essential maternal and child health services, crucial for reducing mortality rates.
The proposal for the 5,000 new appointments is currently under review by the High-Power Committee. Approval is anticipated within the next couple of months, with the aim of having all affected facilities operational before the upcoming monsoon season.
To bolster rural healthcare, 450 medical officers have already been appointed. Additionally, recruitment for another 1,500 medical officers is currently in progress, demonstrating a commitment to addressing the healthcare staffing gap.
These efforts coincide with the 'My Village, Healthy Village' campaign, launched to enhance rural healthcare through community involvement and preventative strategies. The campaign seeks to foster positive health habits and prioritize prevention over treatment in rural areas.
