Goa CM reviews health dept; calls for critical care expansion, manpower boost

PANAJI: (Feb 12) Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant has directed officials to expedite measures aimed at strengthening healthcare delivery across the coastal state.

During a review meeting of the Health Department on Wednesday, which was also attended by Health Minister Vishwajit Rane, the CM pushed for critical care expansion and adequate staffing, said officials.

Key decisions were taken to enhance critical care capacity and upgrade Emergency and Trauma Centres in various government health facilities. The government also decided to hire additional medical officers, nurses, multi-tasking staff and technicians to address manpower shortages, a senior government official said