Chief Secretary inaugurates major patient care projects at SKIMS
Srinagar, Jun 19: Chief Secretary Atal Duloo today inaugurated and commissioned a series of key patient care projects at Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences (SKIMS) today, reaffirming the government’s commitment to advancing tertiary healthcare services in the region.
He was warmly received by Prof. M. Ashraf Ganie, Director SKIMS & EOSG, in the presence of Prof. Fazal Q. Parray, Principal SKIMS Medical College, Sajad Naqib, Chief Engineer PWD (R&B) Central Kashmir, Er. Bodh Raj, Engineer Mechanical & Hospital Directorate Kashmir, and senior faculty including Medical Superintendent Dr. Farooq A. Jan , Prof. Jaswinder Singh, Department of Gastroenterology and HOD Hospital Administration Dr. G. H Yatoo & other staff of the Institute.
On the occasion new facilities including Paying Wards, Lifts in the Private Ward, Bone Marrow Transplant Unit, Upgraded Private Ward
Modern Washroom Complex and Attendant Inn Facility were inaugurated,
In his address, Dulloo applauded SKIMS for its exceptional service, calling it a highly reputed and top-tier institute recognised for quality healthcare. He appreciated the timely completion of several impactful projects as per laid out roadmap and lauded the commitment of the Director SKIMS.
He emphasised the government’s continued support and outlined a clear vision for SKIMS, highlighting the following key areas of focus
He impressed upon for delivering extraordinary healthcare services by fully utilising the potential of faculty and staff besides maintaining uncompromising standards in patient care and service quality.
“Expand SKIMS with a committed and hardworking team, supporting its growth as a premier healthcare institution. Also develop Centres of Excellence in various domains of patient care and medical research,” Dulloo added.
Prof. M. Ashraf Ganie, Director SKIMS, presented an overview of the Institute’s achievements, including recent infrastructure expansion, procurement of high-end medical equipment, and effective utilization of hospital funds—all completed in record time to enhance patient-centric services.
He also thanked the Chief Secretary for his valuable visit, guidance, and sustained support, stating that the encouragement from top leadership further energises SKIMS in its mission to serve with excellence and innovation.
