Deputy Chief Minister Shinde has directed the launch of a health screening campaign for women in municipal hospitals across the state. The initiative aims to raise awareness about breast and cervical cancer, focusing on prevention rather than treatment. He emphasised the importance of early detection and preventive care for women’s health.
To ensure the effectiveness of healthcare services, the Deputy Chief Minister also stated that the Health Minister and Health Secretary will conduct surprise inspections at health centers throughout the state. These visits will assess the availability of essential medicines, medical equipment, and overall infrastructure conditions.
Review of Thane Civil Hospital ProjectA review meeting on the ongoing construction of Thane District General Hospital was held in the ministry's committee room, chaired by Deputy Chief Minister Shinde.
Construction Progress and Completion Timeline
The Thane District Hospital is currently undergoing major upgrades. A total of 900 beds are being added comprising a 500-bed general hospital, a 200-bed women’s hospital, and a 200-bed referral hospital. With 80% of the construction already completed, remaining tasks include electrification and the installation of medical equipment.
The project is scheduled for completion by the end of December. Additionally, approximately 1,078 new positions will be created to support the operations of the new facility.
Deputy Chief Minister Shinde stressed the importance of equipping the hospital with state-of-the-art medical technology. He instructed Principal Secretary Sona to conduct weekly review meetings every Tuesday at the Ministry to monitor the hospital's progress.
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Once completed, this upgraded district hospital is expected to greatly benefit residents of Thane, as well as those from Raigad, Navi Mumbai, and Palghar regions.