Agartala, Mar 02: Chief Minister Prof. Dr. Manik Saha today highlighted the remarkable transformation in the healthcare services of Tripura, emphasizing the rapid improvements that have taken place in a short span of time.
In his speech at the inauguration of the 20th Annual Conference of the Tripura Retired Doctors Association at the TB Association Hall in Agartala, Dr. Saha shared his satisfaction with the progress in health services across the state. “There has been a radical change in the health services of the state in a very short time. Now, the people can take advantage of improved health services in the state,” he said.
He further honored the dedication of doctors, acknowledging their lifelong commitment to public health and the welfare of society. “The responsibility of doctors in providing health services and ensuring the welfare of society is unceasing. Therefore, the status of doctors is very high among the people,” he remarked. Dr. Saha also praised the doctors for their exceptional contributions during the COVID-19 pandemic and the devastating floods of August, noting that their service-oriented mindset during these crises would be forever memorable.
The Chief Minister elaborated on several key developments in the state’s healthcare infrastructure. He mentioned the establishment of a dental college, the addition of super-specialty services at the AGMC (Agartala Government Medical College), the creation of mother and child care units at GBP Hospital, and the introduction of trauma centers in various districts. These initiatives, he said, have greatly enhanced the healthcare services available to the people of Tripura.
The event was attended by several prominent figures, including Padma Shri Professor Dr. Arunoday Saha, Dr. Bikas Roy, Dr. N.C. Poddar, Dr. Jiban Chakraborty, and Dr. Chiranjit Debbarma. The Chief Minister expressed hope that the service-oriented attitude of doctors would continue in the future, ensuring further progress in the state’s healthcare system.
