Excelsior Correspondent
RAJOURI, Nov 10: In a decisive move to uphold accountability in essential healthcare services, Deputy Commissioner Rajouri, Abhishek Sharma, has placed the Block Medical Officer (BMO) of Darhal, Dr Sajjad Rashid Mirza under suspension following a surprise inspection at the Sub-District Hospital, Darhal.
The inspection, part of a review of winter preparedness, revealed that the entire hospital staff-except one doctor and one technician, was absent from duty, raising concerns about the provision of healthcare services in the region, especially as winter approaches.
Taking immediate action, the Deputy Commissioner ordered the suspension of BMO Darhal, attaching him to the office of the Chief Medical Officer (CMO) Rajouri. CMO Rajouri Dr M L Rana has been assigned the additional charge of BMO Darhal till further orders to ensure uninterrupted healthcare services in the area.
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To investigate this incident thoroughly, Dr Raj Kumar Thapa, Additional District Development Commissioner (ADDC) Rajouri, has been appointed as the Inquiry Officer. He has been directed to conduct a comprehensive inquiry and submit a report within three days.
The Deputy Commissioner stressed the administration’s commitment to ensuring efficient service delivery, particularly during the critical winter months, and warned that any negligence impacting public welfare will be met with strict consequences.
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