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Time of India
5 days ago
- Health
- Time of India
21 urban health centres set up in Patna to reduce pressure on govt hospitals
Patna: Aimed at enhancing healthcare accessibility and reducing pressure on govt hospitals, the Patna Smart City Limited (PSCL) has established 21 urban health and wellness centres across the city. These health facilities have been strategically positioned to provide medical services to residents, including economically disadvantaged sections, who face challenges in reaching govt healthcare establishments. Officials stated that established under the Smart City Mission, these health centres will provide treatment for common illnesses like fever, cold, and cough, as well as first-aid treatment in emergency situations like accidents. Each facility operates with a dedicated team comprising a doctor, nurse, and paramedical staff, delivering an array of medical services similar to those given at primary health centres. These health centres are located at Rajendra Nagar (road number 1), Beur Mor, Old Sump House (road number 15), Chitkohra, New Sabjapura, SK Puri, Boring Road, Mithapur, Kadamkuan, near Khetan Market, Kazipur Mohalla, Bhootnath Road, Mahendru, Meena Bazaar, Gulzarbagh, Alamganj, near Mahatma Jyoti Park, Khajekalan, Didarganj, Gaighat, and Shahadra. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Sea View Apartments: Prestige Nautilus: Worli, South Mumbai Prestige Nautilus Enquire Now Undo Animesh Kumar Parashar, managing director of PSCL-cum-Patna Municipal Corporation's (PMC) commissioner, said, "These urban health and wellness centres will run from the 21 existing 'Jan Sewa Kendra' (public service centres) in different wards of the city. Each unit will have a dedicated medical team that will provide free treatment to the public through OPD (out-patient department) services," he said. The MD instructed officials to complete all preparations at these centres so that they can be opened to the public soon. Talking about the medical services provided at these facilities, Parashar said, "In primary care, patients suffering from fever, cough, cold, and injuries will get treatment. There will be maternal and child care facilities, including check-ups for pregnant women, newborn vaccinations, and nutritional counselling. " Apart from medical services, free blood tests, anaemia screening, and medicine distribution facilities will also be available at these centres. Additionally, yoga training, communicable disease awareness, family planning services, and other health programmes will also be conducted by the centres. Priya Saurabh, spokesperson of the PSCL, said the health department has deputed a general physician for each health centre, and they will soon provide the medical team for these centres. "The G+2 (ground plus two floors) facilities will also have counters for the OPD services. The purpose of the health centres is to decrease the pressure on govt hospitals. In case of any emergencies, these facilities will refer patients to govt hospitals with advanced medical services. " Patna: Aimed at enhancing healthcare accessibility and reducing pressure on govt hospitals, the Patna Smart City Limited (PSCL) has established 21 urban health and wellness centres across the city. These health facilities have been strategically positioned to provide medical services to residents, including economically disadvantaged sections, who face challenges in reaching govt healthcare establishments. Officials stated that established under the Smart City Mission, these health centres will provide treatment for common illnesses like fever, cold, and cough, as well as first-aid treatment in emergency situations like accidents. Each facility operates with a dedicated team comprising a doctor, nurse, and paramedical staff, delivering an array of medical services similar to those given at primary health centres. These health centres are located at Rajendra Nagar (road number 1), Beur Mor, Old Sump House (road number 15), Chitkohra, New Sabjapura, SK Puri, Boring Road, Mithapur, Kadamkuan, near Khetan Market, Kazipur Mohalla, Bhootnath Road, Mahendru, Meena Bazaar, Gulzarbagh, Alamganj, near Mahatma Jyoti Park, Khajekalan, Didarganj, Gaighat, and Shahadra. Animesh Kumar Parashar, managing director of PSCL-cum-Patna Municipal Corporation's (PMC) commissioner, said, "These urban health and wellness centres will run from the 21 existing 'Jan Sewa Kendra' (public service centres) in different wards of the city. Each unit will have a dedicated medical team that will provide free treatment to the public through OPD (out-patient department) services," he said. The MD instructed officials to complete all preparations at these centres so that they can be opened to the public soon. Talking about the medical services provided at these facilities, Parashar said, "In primary care, patients suffering from fever, cough, cold, and injuries will get treatment. There will be maternal and child care facilities, including check-ups for pregnant women, newborn vaccinations, and nutritional counselling. " Apart from medical services, free blood tests, anaemia screening, and medicine distribution facilities will also be available at these centres. Additionally, yoga training, communicable disease awareness, family planning services, and other health programmes will also be conducted by the centres. Priya Saurabh, spokesperson of the PSCL, said the health department has deputed a general physician for each health centre, and they will soon provide the medical team for these centres. "The G+2 (ground plus two floors) facilities will also have counters for the OPD services. The purpose of the health centres is to decrease the pressure on govt hospitals. In case of any emergencies, these facilities will refer patients to govt hospitals with advanced medical services. "
Time of India
25-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Gorakhpur Airport to get new terminal building, Infra News, ET Infra
Advt The Gorakhpur Airport , which currently operates over two dozen flights to major Indian cities, will soon have a new terminal building that can house many more aircrafts simultaneously, officials said on completed, the upgraded facility will be capable of handling around 200 flights daily, a massive leap from the current 26. Passenger handling capacity will rise from 270 to 2,500 per hour after the new terminal is operational, they said.A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the proposed expansion was signed between the Indian Air Force Airports Authority of India (AAI), and the Gorakhpur district administration on MoU paves the way for the transfer of 42 acres of land from the Air Force for the new terminal."The land, currently under the Military Engineering Services, is adjacent to the existing airport. The present infrastructure on the land will be relocated to make way for the new construction," Airport Director Parashar said connectivity enhancements like a roundabout from Nandanagar, an underpass, and four-lane road access are also on the cards."With dedicated space for 10 aircraft, operations will be smoother and flight turnaround faster at the airport," he added.
Time of India
25-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Gorakhpur Airport to get new terminal building
Live Events (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel The Gorakhpur Airport , which currently operates over two dozen flights to major Indian cities, will soon have a new terminal building that can house many more aircrafts simultaneously, officials said on completed, the upgraded facility will be capable of handling around 200 flights daily, a massive leap from the current 26. Passenger handling capacity will rise from 270 to 2,500 per hour after the new terminal is operational, they said.A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the proposed expansion was signed between the Indian Air Force Airports Authority of India (AAI), and the Gorakhpur district administration on MoU paves the way for the transfer of 42 acres of land from the Air Force for the new terminal."The land, currently under the Military Engineering Services, is adjacent to the existing airport. The present infrastructure on the land will be relocated to make way for the new construction," Airport Director Parashar said connectivity enhancements like a roundabout from Nandanagar, an underpass, and four-lane road access are also on the cards."With dedicated space for 10 aircraft, operations will be smoother and flight turnaround faster at the airport," he added.
Time of India
13-06-2025
- General
- Time of India
GMC defies govt, NGT order on road concretisation, halts work after locals object
Ghaziabad: Despite a recent NGT judgment restricting roadside concretisation and making a 2018 UP govt order a national benchmark, the Ghaziabad Municipal Corporation (GMC) has continued concretisation of roadside. The civic body recently dug up the road edges and laid stone chips in Patel Nagar's Ward 9 near Chhabildas Public School to lay interlocking paver blocks, drawing sharp criticism from residents. On Friday, GMC officials said they have halted the work and will limit the concretisation to 0.5 metres from the road edge, in line with state norms. "We are here to work for the public and comply with the laws of the land," executive engineer SP Mishra said. "After residents raised concerns, we stopped the work. A decision will now be made on addressing waterlogging and levelling through permissible means." Himanshu Parashar, a local resident who confronted engineers on-site, said the damage had already been done. "It's not enough to stop laying blocks. The dug-up roadsides need restoration. Leaving loose stone chips behind is dangerous and ineffective in managing runoff," he said. Currently, stockpiles of paver blocks lie stacked along the stretch, ready for installation. Parashar, along with other residents, is advocating for a sustainable alternative: planting shrubs and grasses to restore soil permeability and prevent dust pollution. "Instead of concretising everything, GMC should engage the horticulture department to green the area," he said. Parashar said he plans to approach the authorities again to ensure that the halted project does not remain a half-finished environmental hazard. A petition against the widespread concretisation of open spaces in Ghaziabad is currently pending before the NGT. Follow more information on Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad here . Get real-time live updates on rescue operations and check full list of passengers onboard AI 171 .
Time of India
06-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
PMC to set up biogas plant at city's Bazar Samiti
Patna: In a significant move towards sustainable waste management, Patna Municipal Corporation (PMC) is set to establish a state-of-the-art biogas plant on Bazar Samiti premises, the city's largest fruit and vegetable market in the Bahadurpur area of the state capital. The project, approved by the Union ministry of urban development and housing, will help address the growing waste management challenges in the city. Patna was selected as one of only four cities across the country, alongside Varanasi, Bengaluru, and Trichy, for this initiative. The PMC will install a 5 TPD (tonnes per day) capacity biogas plant within the market committee premises for which the DPR is being prepared, said a PMC official. PMC commissioner, Animesh Kumar Parashar, said, "The project will be executed under the 'Waste solutions for a circular economy in India' project, supported by GIZ's MAF funding. This initiative is expected to play a crucial role in improving Patna's performance in the Swachh Survekshan rankings." Parashar further said the biogas plant will process approximately 5,000 kg of organic waste daily. This processing will yield around 250kg of biogas and 500 kg of organic fertiliser everyday. "One of the key benefits of this project is the elimination of daily waste transportation to Bairiya dumping yard, as the waste will be processed on-site. This will not only reduce transportation costs, but also minimise the environmental impact of waste disposal," he said. "We expect this project to serve as a model for similar waste management solutions in other cities across the country," Parashar added. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Eid wishes , messages , and quotes !
