Delhi CM Rekha Gupta ordered an inspection of Fortis Hospital, Shalimar Bagh, after a complaint, with officials finding discrepancies. Separately, the Delhi government approved a new cashless health scheme for construction workers and their families.
Inspection Ordered at Fortis Hospital After Complaint
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta directed the District Administration to conduct an immediate inspection of Shalimar Bagh’s Fortis Hospital. According to the Delhi Chief Minister’s Office, a team of officials inspected the facility on Thursday.
“Acting upon a complaint received during the CM Jan Sunwai, Hon’ble Chief Minister Smt. Rekha Gupta directed the District Administration to conduct an immediate inspection of Fortis Hospital, Shalimar Bagh. A team of officials carried out an on-the-spot inspection of the hospital. Discrepancies have been observed. A detailed report of the same shall be examined thoroughly,” said Delhi CMO.
The Delhi CMO further stated that the government would not tolerate any lapses, asserting that any irregularities confirmed during the inquiry will invite strict action. “Any irregularity established during the inquiry shall invite strict action. Every hospital in Delhi is duty-bound to serve patients with responsibility and integrity, and there can be no compromise with a patient’s right to timely and dignified care,” added Delhi CMO.
Delhi Govt Approves Health Scheme for Construction Workers
Earlier, the Delhi government approved the Building & Construction Workers Health Scheme in a cabinet meeting. Under the scheme, the government has extended cashless healthcare coverage to 2.7 lakh registered construction workers and nearly 10 lakh beneficiaries, including their families.
“The Delhi Government has approved the Building & Construction Workers Health Scheme, extending cashless healthcare to 2.7 lakh registered construction workers and nearly 10 lakh beneficiaries, including their families. With treatment of up to ₹2 lakh for workers and ₹10 lakh for their families, along with annual health check-ups, empanelled hospitals, emergency medical support and mobile medical units, Delhi is strengthening the social security of its workforce,” said Delhi CMO.
Each registered worker will be entitled to treatment of up to ₹2 lakh at empanelled hospitals, while the limit for a family will be up to ₹10 lakh. The entire treatment process will be cashless, eliminating any financial burden on workers and their families.
The scheme will also provide annual health check-ups for registered workers and their spouses. In addition, beneficiaries will have access to free OPD and IPD services, diagnostic and laboratory facilities, emergency medical assistance and referral services. Healthcare services will also be delivered through Mobile Medical Units at construction sites and in areas with a high concentration of workers.
According to the Chief Minister, digital health records of beneficiaries will be created under the scheme, and a modern beneficiary tracking system will be developed to ensure effective monitoring and transparency in service delivery. A 24×7 toll-free helpline will also be set up to assist workers.
She further said that the scheme is not limited to providing healthcare alone, but represents a broader social security initiative aimed at improving the quality of life of workers and their families.
The government expects to spend approximately Rs 200 crore annually on the scheme.
The Chief Minister said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Central Government has consistently accorded the highest priority to the welfare of the poor, workers and those employed in the unorganised sector. (ANI)
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