JP Nadda Reviews Healthcare Services at RML Hospital in New Delhi
Union Health Minister JP Nadda assessed healthcare services and infrastructure at RML Hospital, emphasizing digital health initiatives and mental health support.
New Delhi, October 23 (Daily Kiran) : Union Health and Family Welfare Minister JP Nadda visited the Atal Bihari Vajpayee Institute of Medical Sciences and Ram Manohar Lohia Hospital (RML Hospital) in New Delhi on October 23. During his visit, he reviewed the progress of healthcare services, focusing on patient care, specialized services, and infrastructure development.
In his address at the review meeting, Nadda highlighted the importance of leveraging expertise from major institutions and best practices when planning large health infrastructure projects. He called for a stronger implementation of the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM) at RML Hospital, which includes adhering to ABDM guidelines, widely adopting e-prescriptions, and integrating other digital health services to enhance patient care and service delivery.
The minister also stressed the need to prioritize the mental health of students and faculty, discussing the impact of stress on their academic and professional lives. He emphasized the importance of fostering collaborative relationships, open communication, and continuous mental health support.
RML Hospital regularly conducts mental health screenings for students and health check-ups for faculty members. Additionally, Nadda encouraged the implementation of the ‘Project Sarthi,’ describing it as a significant step forward.
During his tour, he reviewed the hospital’s achievements and upcoming projects. A presentation provided insights into the hospital’s clinical services, medical education, research activities, and quality improvement initiatives. The presentation highlighted the increasing patient numbers, with RML Hospital recording 1.94 million outpatient visits, over 82,500 inpatient admissions, and more than 96,600 surgeries and procedures in 2025.
Currently, the hospital has 30 clinical and patient care departments, along with eight pre-clinical and para-clinical departments. Nadda also reviewed activities under ‘Special Campaign 6,’ emphasizing the importance of institutional cleanliness, reducing pending tasks, improving record management, and maintaining a clean, healthy, and patient-friendly environment.
