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Telangana Nurses Get New Directorate
12 May
Summary
- A nursing directorate is being considered in Telangana.
- 1,919 nursing officers received appointment letters.
- 16 new government nursing colleges were launched.
The Telangana government is considering the establishment of a dedicated nursing directorate. This proposed body would oversee the training, skill enhancement, and professional advancement of the state's approximately 1.85 lakh nursing professionals.
The announcement was made by Health Minister C. Damodar Raja Narasimha while distributing appointment letters to 1,919 newly recruited nursing officers in Hyderabad. He emphasized the need for regular upgrades in nursing skills to keep pace with modern medical advancements.
Furthermore, 16 new government nursing colleges have been established, bringing the total to 37 across Telangana. Plans are in place to upgrade the infrastructure of all nursing colleges within the next year.
The government is also exploring opportunities for nurses to work abroad, with countries like Japan, Germany, and Sweden showing high demand. Communication and language training are being provided to facilitate overseas placements.
In an effort to reduce C-section rates, the government plans to promote specialized 18-month midwifery courses for nursing graduates.
