CM Fadnavis directs officials to improve healthcare services in state

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Wednesday directed the officials to improve healthcare services in and take action against food and drug adulteration in the stateCM Fadnavis held a review meeting with key departments including Medical Education Food and Drug Administration FDA to assess their work plans for the next 100 daysHe stated that there was a need for enhancing healthcare services in government hospitals and taking strict measures against food and drug adulteration an official statement saidThe meeting held at the Sahyadri Guest House in Mumbai was attended by Medical Education Minister Hasan Mushrif Food and Drug Administration Minister Narhari Zirwal and other senior officials including State Ministers Madhuri Misal Yogesh Kadam and others it saidCM Fadnavis stressed on the importance of providing highquality services in government hospitals He instructed the departments to update medical services and improve the standard of care for patients He also highlighted the need for strengthening educational institutions under the Medical Education Department the statement saidIt further stated that CM Fadnavis has directed to take strict action to curb adulteration in food and medicinesHe directed the FDA to ensure quality checks in all government hospitals pharmacies and food supplies He also instructed the establishment of laboratories for testing food samples and quality inspection of food items including offerings at temples the official statement saidCM Fadnavis also highlighted the role of modern technology in administration He encouraged the use of Artificial Intelligence AI Blockchain and cyber security to streamline operations and make the government more efficient He also called for training officials in these technologies to help meet future challengesCM Fadnavis also proposed the installation of CCTV cameras in medical colleges for the safety of students and staff He suggested establishing yoga centers and conducting wellness programs for students in medical institutions He recommended solar energy systems on the rooftops of government medical colleges to promote renewable energyThe Chief Minister has suggested simplifying the service procedures for government employees including promotions retirement benefits and online access to employeerelated information He also advocated for better training programs and capacitybuilding initiatives to improve the efficiency of government staffThe Chief Minister instructed the Medical Education Department to focus on improving the admission process for medical students ensuring smooth management of academic procedures and making medical education more accessibleThe statement further stated CM Fadnavis said that the FDA will focus on inspecting the quality of medicines in government hospitals and conducting food safety tests at regular intervals Strict measures will be taken to prevent milk adulteration and ensure food quality including the inspection of offerings at religious places