Inauguration of New Medicine Block in Ajmer — A Major Step Towards Enhanced Healthcare for the Entire Region: Shri Devanani

No Shortage of Resources for Treatment: Health Minister Shri Khimsar

A new milestone in Rajasthan’s healthcare infrastructure was marked on Friday with the inauguration of a state-of-the-art Medicine Block at Jawaharlal Nehru Hospital, Ajmer. Built at a cost of ₹37.8 crore under the Ajmer Smart City Limited project, this newly constructed facility aims to provide advanced medical services to people across the region.

The G+6 floor building of the Medicine Block houses 258 general beds and 40 super-specialty ICU beds, all connected to a central oxygen supply system. The facility also includes OPDs for 20 doctors, a DDC medicine distribution center, sonography room, ART center, ECG room, faculty rooms, seminar and board meeting rooms, a library, elevators, basement parking, a fire-fighting system, and a solar water heating system.

JLN Hospital Serves the Entire Division: Shri Vasudev Devnani

Speaking at the event, Assembly Speaker Shri Vasudev Devnani emphasized the significance of JLN Hospital in serving the entire division, particularly the people of Ajmer and Nagaur. He thanked Chief Minister Shri Bhajanlal Sharma for his wholehearted support, highlighting that more than ₹2000 crore has already been allocated for the hospital’s development. An additional ₹65 crore has been sanctioned for the Super Specialty Block in the first phase, and ₹50 crore will be used to address waterlogging issues during monsoons.

Ongoing construction of a new medical college campus, a surgical block with a trauma center, and a PG hostel for women’s hospital will further boost healthcare infrastructure. Shri Devnani also lauded the “Swabhiman Bhojan” scheme, which provides meals to patients and attendants at just ₹1.

He stressed the need to increase faculty strength to match the rising number of beds and emphasized the urgent requirement for a dedicated cardiology faculty. Paying tribute to the late Dr. Mahla, a noted cardiologist, he urged everyone to draw inspiration from his dedication. He called for sufficient staffing at local dispensaries, especially as seasonal illnesses rise during the summer, and emphasized that no person should be deprived of medical care. He invited collective support to realize the vision of a Healthy and Excellent Ajmer.

A Major Gift for Healthcare: Health Minister Shri Gajendra Singh Khimsar

Medical and Health Minister Shri Gajendra Singh Khimsar stated that a qualified faculty for the cardiology department will be appointed soon. He described the new Medicine Block as a significant addition to healthcare services, especially amid growing population and lifestyle-related diseases. With centralized nursing stations and bedside oxygen availability, patient care will become more efficient.

He remarked that for a sick person, a doctor is akin to God, and the profession of medicine is a noble calling. Over 23,000 new recruitments have been made under the current government, with transparent postings through an online portal. The government is also considering expanding the MAA Voucher Scheme to allow patients treatment portability across hospitals. “Ayushman Arogya Mandirs” will be established as needed. Plans for equipping Ajmer with medical tools and resources are also being formulated.

New Medicine Block Will Benefit the Entire Region: Union Minister Shri Bhagirath Choudhary

Union Minister of State for Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Shri Bhagirath Choudhary highlighted the strong faith patients have in doctors, and said the new Medicine Block would greatly benefit the entire region. He linked the effort to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of making India a developed nation by 2047, emphasizing the critical role of good health in achieving that goal. He praised the dedication of doctors and nursing staff, and noted that the new facility is well-equipped with modern infrastructure.

Vacancies Must Be Filled Promptly: Water Resources Minister Shri Suresh Singh Rawat

Water Resources Minister Shri Suresh Singh Rawat expressed concern over the large number of vacancies for doctors, nurses, and support medical staff in Ajmer. He urged the department to take immediate steps to fill these vacancies. Deploying surplus staff from Jaipur and other areas to Ajmer would improve healthcare services. He acknowledged that the new Medicine Block was built through the Smart City initiative and expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on behalf of the people. The new building will not only enhance the quality of medical services but also ensure easy and accessible healthcare for all.