New Hospital in Cheema Village, Punjab, Inaugurated to Serve 50,000 Residents
Bhagwant Mann Inaugurates Hospital In Punjab Village, To Benefit 50,000 People
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Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann inaugurated the Sant Attar Singh Ji Maharaj Hospital in Cheema village, a 30-bed facility built at a cost of ₹11.70 crore. The hospital aims to provide affordable healthcare to around 50,000 people across 15 villages, reducing the need for patients to travel to distant cities for treatment.
- 01The Sant Attar Singh Ji Maharaj Hospital in Cheema village will serve around 50,000 people.
- 02The hospital was built at a cost of ₹11.70 crore and features modern medical facilities.
- 03Previously, patients had to travel to Sangrur, Patiala, and Ludhiana for treatment.
- 04The hospital will provide various medical services, including pediatric, ENT, and dental care.
- 05A medical college named after Sant Baba Attar Singh is also planned for the region.
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Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann inaugurated the Sant Attar Singh Ji Maharaj Hospital in Cheema village, a new 30-bed facility established at a cost of ₹11.70 crore. This hospital is expected to benefit approximately 50,000 residents from 15 villages, significantly enhancing local healthcare access. Previously, patients were often referred to larger cities like Sangrur, Patiala, and Ludhiana for treatment due to inadequate local facilities. The new hospital is equipped with modern medical equipment and includes dedicated emergency and mother-child wards. During the inauguration, Mann interacted with patients and their families, ensuring that the facility meets community needs. Furthermore, he announced plans for a medical college named after Sant Baba Attar Singh, aiming to improve medical education and healthcare quality in the region. The hospital will offer various services, including pediatric care, ENT, dental services, and free maternal and child healthcare, as well as treatment for de-addiction. Mann also highlighted the success of the state's anti-drug campaign, which has significantly impacted drug trafficking in Punjab.
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The new hospital will significantly improve access to healthcare for residents in Cheema village and surrounding areas, reducing travel time and costs for medical treatment.
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