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Time of India
05-07-2025
- Health
- Time of India
State begins tech-driven overhaul of health services under
Ranchi: Jharkhand has begun introducing a series of tech-driven reforms in healthcare services aimed at improving accessibility, transparency and efficiency. In this regard, the state-run hospitals are now incorporating QR codes in patient reports, their payments, online medical records, and digital receipt systems. Further, the health department has also rolled out a comprehensive digital initiative to modernise public healthcare under the Mukhyamantri Digital Health Yojana, with the govt approving an estimated outlay of Rs 299.30 crore over five years (2025–26 to 2029–30). Under the scheme, all health institutions are being equipped with high-speed internet, Wi-Fi, enhanced IT hardware like high-end computers, printers, biometric scanners and ABHA card scanners. The Centre for Development of Advanced Computing has been roped in to implement the Hospital Management Information System (HMIS) across the state. Additionally, Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited is responsible for providing Managed Wi-Fi and Internet Leased Line (ILL) services in 562 health institutions under an operating expense model for the next five years. Talking to TOI, additional chief secretary (health) Ajoy Kumar Singh said, "The initiative is designed to make healthcare services more accessible, efficient, affordable and equitable by integrating advanced digital technology. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like An engineer reveals: One simple trick to get internet without a subscription Techno Mag Learn More Undo Emphasising the vision of a welfare state, the scheme aligns with the objectives of the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM) and promotes the use of technology to deliver quality healthcare services, especially in rural and remote areas. " Moreover, a command and control centre equipped with CCTV surveillance will be established at the state headquarters, medical colleges and all district hospitals. A central dashboard integrating health information management, enhanced recovery protocol, combined symptoms and medication score and electronic health records will also be developed for real-time monitoring and policy planning. The scheme sets out multiple objectives such as implementing Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission standards, enabling telemedicine, automating diagnostic services, streamlining hospital operations, and ensuring real-time data management. It also aims to offer 24x7 emergency consultations and digital referrals to higher medical centres. The implementation will follow a structured timeline. Joint secretary Bidyanand Sharma Pankaj said, "In the first year, digital health infrastructure will be installed in all medical colleges and district hospitals. In the second year, the focus will shift to sub-divisional hospitals, community health centres, and primary health centres, while subsequent years will focus on capacity building and maintenance. " Doctors have also expressed support for the initiative, saying technology and AI would significantly assist them in their work. Dr Vijay Mishra, the director at the Bhagwan Mahavir Medica Hospital, said, "Technology and digitisation have already made a big leap in diagnostics, especially in ophthalmology and internal medicine. It helps doctors reach quicker and more accurate conclusions." Dr Gagan Gunjan of the emergency department at Rims, said, "Digitisation is becoming the next big revolution in healthcare just like penicillin once was. From OPD to complex decision-making, it's transforming how we treat and interact with patients." Dr Vivek Kumar David, an orthopaedist at Paras Hospital, said, "Technology combined brings unmatched precision in surgeries. It guides surgical cuts and implant placement better than the human eye ever could." Meanwhile, a total of 54 technical experts and additional staff will be hired through contractual arrangements to augment the state's healthcare. An annual budget of Rs 15 crore has been allocated for human resources and Rs 10 crore for training and awareness for over five years. The state govt has also approved a budget of Rs 4921.28 lakh for IT hardware, Rs 11,711.78 lakh for wifFi infrastructure, Rs 2385.87 lakh for HMIS implementation, Rs 7052.19 lakh for CCTV-based control centres, and Rs 1359.6 lakh for the development and operation of the central monitoring dashboard. Moreover, Ranchi sadar hospital has already implemented a QR code-enabled system under its Laboratory Information and Management System (LIMS), and allows patients to access diagnostic reports online. Each sample vial will carry a QR code linked to patient details, making it possible to download reports from home without revisiting the hospital.
Time of India
24-05-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Health dept starts renovation process for dist hospitals across state
1 2 3 Ranchi: The state health department has initiated the process of preparing detailed project reports (DPR) for the comprehensive renovation and facelift of district hospitals across all 24 districts. The DPRs will outline the structural, functional, and service-level upgrades required in each hospital. The move follows in the wake of MGM roof collapse incident early this month, which killed four persons. Joint secretary of the health department, Bidyanand Sharma Pankaj, said, "Several of these district hospitals are in dire need of both new buildings and the renovation of existing infrastructure. The initiative aims to ensure that these key health facilities can cater to patient load with improved amenities and enhanced medical services." Once the DPR is finalised, the work is expected to be carried out in phases, district by district. In the initial phase, the work will commence in Giridih, Gumla, Jamtara, Ranchi, and Dhanbad. In the remaining districts, the work will be initiated in other phases. The health department is also considering inputs from local health officials to prioritise needs and align the plans with national health standards. Pankaj said, "A complete face-lifting of these district hospitals is being planned. The DPR will help us identify the exact requirements, from building reconstruction to equipment modernisation and better patient amenities." The health department on May 6 had issued a directive to all govt medical institutions across the state for urgent structural inspections of all buildings in coordination with the building construction department. The report, however, hasn't been submitted so far, and the department is now considering sending a reminder regarding the inspection and coordination with the department. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Brother's Day wishes , messages and quotes !
