In a major boost to patient-centric healthcare, Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel performed the groundbreaking for a dedicated Patient Relative Accommodation (PRA) block at the prestigious Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia Institute of Medical Sciences in Lucknow on Tuesday. The event marked the launch of cutting-edge radiology equipment, including high-resolution CT scanners, ultrasound machines, and digital X-ray systems.
The Governor’s tour of the new setups revealed her keen interest in operational efficiency. She underscored the PRA facility’s potential to ease the burden on families from remote villages, mandating clear, equitable allocation policies that favor economically weaker sections. Cleanliness drives were a focal point, with directives to maintain spotless rooms post-use and curb unauthorized food vendors within the campus.
Emphasizing disciplined dietary protocols, Patel linked them directly to faster healing outcomes. Her innovative idea of a ‘Garbh Sanskar’ unit aims to educate expectant mothers on holistic prenatal care, highlighting how maternal habits shape infant health. As Holi approaches, she urged revelers to embrace eco-friendly, organic colors over toxic synthetics.
The ceremony saw warm exchanges, including a traditional gift of jaggery from the institute’s director to the Governor. Deputy CM Brajesh Pathak hailed these initiatives as milestones in elevating public health infrastructure, commending the Lohia team’s unwavering dedication that has earned the institute accolades across India.