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Time of India
a day ago
- Health
- Time of India
Health minister seeks Rs 50L aid from CM for patient
Mangaluru: Minister for health and family welfare Dinesh Gundu Rao urged chief minister Siddaramaiah to release a special sanction of Rs 50 lakh to a patient from Sullia, Chandini GD., who is suffering from a rare disease. The minister stated in a request letter to the CM, that it would require more than Rs 50 lakh for the treatment of the 34-year-old Chandini, wife of Purushothaman C from Gandhinagar in Sullia. She is suffering from right atrial mass, hyper IGE syndrome with mast cell activation syndrome, dock 8 mutation seizure disorder, hypothyroidism, hiatus hernia with motility disorder. Since the treatment involves a huge cost, the minister requested the CM that it would be better if the finance department sanctioned the treatment cost. "Chandini hails from a poor family and she is suffering from a rare disease. There is no option to bear the cost of her treatment under health department schemes. A request to sanction treatment cost under Chief Minister's Relief Fund was made. Accordingly, Rs 1 lakh was already released. Since the treatment of Chandini would require more than Rs 50 lakh, I request you to consider this as a special case and sanction the funds through the finance department," Rao stated in his letter to the CM. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Is it legal? How to get Internet without paying a subscription? Techno Mag Learn More Undo MLC Ivan D'Souza brought to the notice of the govt during the legislature session about Chandini, in March this year. The MLC requested the govt to bear the entire cost of Chandini's treatment. The health minister suggested taking Chandini to visit Indira Gandhi Institute of Child Health (IGICH) for advanced treatment. The treatment method is available under the National Policy for Rare Diseases (NPRD), according to the minister. Chandini, a dance teacher, underwent several surgeries, hospitalisations, and intensive care treatments for about 30 years.
Hans India
2 days ago
- Politics
- Hans India
If BJP is genuine, it must legalise BC Reservation Bill: Kadiyam
Hanumakonda: Station Ghanpur MLA Kadiyam Srihari said on Thursday that the government is implementing welfare schemes that are not found anywhere else in the country. Along with additional collector Rohit Singh, he attended the ration card distribution at the tahsildar's office in Lingala Ghanpur mandal headquarters. They distributed ration cards to beneficiaries. Additionally, cheques for Rs 7,98,250 were distributed to 14 beneficiaries from the CM's Relief Fund in the mandal. Srihari demanded that if the BJP truly cares about the BCs, it should immediately provide legal backing to BC reservations. He accused the BRS of misusing power and pushing the State into deep debt. He questioned how many assets KCR, KTR, Harish Rao, and Kavitha had in 2014 and how many they now possess, implying massive accumulation of wealth through misuse of power. He alleged that this is why the entire Kalvakuntla family is entangled in legal cases, with one already jailed and others likely to follow soon. The MLA stated that the dream of ration cards for the public was realised only under the government. In Jangaon district, 9,700 ration cards were sanctioned, and 14,780 new members were added to the list. In the mandal 688 ration cards were sanctioned. He advised those who haven't yet received cards to apply immediately. He emphasised that only under the Congress are the poor getting justice, and praised the distribution of free fine rice as an unprecedented initiative in the country. Srihari accused the Opposition of criticising the government out of desperation. He remarked that those who are incapable of action often talk too much. He highlighted that the government holds record for waiving Rs 2,000 crore in loans in a single financial year. He announced new pensions would soon be sanctioned. He urged people to observe how those who were in power for the last 10 years are now embroiled in legal cases.
Hans India
05-06-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
Srikalahasti MLA releases white paper on development activities
Tirupati: Srikalahasti MLA Bojjala Sudhir Reddy released a white paper outlining the constituency's development over the past year, highlighting Rs.71 lakh spent across sectors to improve infrastructure and public services. Speaking to the media on completing one year of his election on Wednesday, he said the development journey began with reforms at the Srikalahasti temple, including curbing broker systems and boosting Hundi collections. Addressing civic issues, the MLA launched silt cleaning operations in response to drainage complaints. Hostel renovations for SC and BC students were undertaken in a corporate model. Government hospitals were upgraded with essential medicines and RO plants using CSR funds. In coordination with Union Minister K Ram Mohan Naidu, flight services from Delhi and Mumbai to Tirupati were started within 100 days. Sudhir Reddy underlined prompt pension disbursement to 4,000 beneficiaries on the 1st of every month, doubling previous amounts. Over Rs.75 lakh was disbursed under the Chief Minister's Relief Fund. Drinking water needs were addressed by installing RO plants and digging 70+ borewells. Road works were completed on key routes including the Srikalahasti–Thotambedu stretch. SKHT College was reopened and local schools and Anganwadis renovated. The local railway station, bus stands, and shelters saw upgrades through central and CSR funds. Support for farmers and minorities came through subsidised loans and renovation of religious sites like the Shadi Mahal and Eidgah Masjid. A mega job mela saw 1,788 youth placed. Regular mandal-wise reviews and 'WhatsApp Governance' are enhancing accountability. He accused the previous YSRCP government of corruption and reaffirmed his commitment to Srikalahasti's progress.
Time of India
29-05-2025
- Health
- Time of India
1 dead, 7 hospitalized during home guard recruitment test in Odisha
Physical fitness test for home guard recruitment turned tragic in Odisha BHUBANESWAR: A physical fitness test for home guard recruitment turned tragic in Odisha's Gajapati district on Thursday when one candidate died and seven others were hospitalized during a mandatory running event. The deceased, Sulant Mishal from Parisal village, collapsed while participating in the 2-km running test at the district headquarters in Paralakhemundi. Seven other candidates who fell ill during the exercise were rushed to the district headquarters hospital, where two remain unconscious. The others are reported to be in stable condition, though all showed swelling in their lower limbs. The candidates were required to complete the 2-km run between Padampur and Ranipentha within 10 minutes to qualify. "Five of us had come from our village for the test. After the girls' test was complete, boys took part. Sulant qualified but collapsed. We then saw an ambulance coming and later discovered he had died," said Sasmita Mali, a co-villager of the deceased. Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi expressed deep grief over the incident and announced a compensation of Rs 4 lakh from the Chief Minister's Relief Fund for Mishal's family. The government has ordered a probe into the incident, and further recruitment tests have been temporarily suspended. This incident follows a similar tragedy earlier in March when two engineering graduates died during a forest department recruitment test. Byomkesh Naik (28) from Keonjhar district and Prabin Kumar Panda (29) from Sundargarh district collapsed during a 25-km walking test on March 4. Both were employed professionals seeking better prospects in the forest department. The recent deaths during government recruitment physical tests have raised concerns about the safety protocols and testing conditions during such events in the state.
New Indian Express
29-05-2025
- Health
- New Indian Express
Youth dies while taking part in physical test for Home Guard post in Odisha
BHUBANESWAR: A youth died and seven others were hospitalised after collapsing during a physical test for Home Guard recruitment in Odisha's Gajapati district on Thursday morning, police said. The incident occurred during a 2 km running test held between Ranipenth and Padmapur near Parlakhemundi, the district headquarters. The deceased has been identified as Sulant Mishal, a resident of Parisal village in Gajapati district, police said. According to sources, Mishal suddenly collapsed just 30 seconds before completing the run. He was rushed to the district headquarters hospital but was declared dead on arrival. Seven other candidates who fell ill during the physical test are currently undergoing treatment at the same hospital. Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi expressed grief over the incident and announced a compensation of Rs 4 lakh for the family of the deceased youth. In a post on X, the CMO said, "Sulant Mishal died while undergoing physical examination for recruitment to the post of Home Guard in Gajapati. Chief Minister Shri @MohanMOdisha expressed deep grief over the incident and announced a compensation of Rs 4 lakh from the Chief Minister's Relief Fund for the next of kin of the deceased.
