Robotic surgery at Tanda to mark a major advancement in Health for Kangra district
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SHIMLA 24 January, 2025
Cabinet sanctions Rs. 56 Crore for State-of-the-Art machinery at Tanda and AIMSS Chamiyana
During his winter visit to Kangra district, Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu, in a State Cabinet meeting held at Dharamshala, approved a budget of Rs. 28 crore for the installation of robotic surgery systems at Tanda Medical College, modeled after AIIMS Delhi. This initiative marks a significant leap forward in the healthcare sector for Kangra district, benefitting thousands of patients from the district and neighboring areas. The cabinet today approved a total amount of Rs. 56 crore to introduce world-class technology at Tanda Medical College and AIMSS Chamiyana, Shimla.
The introduction of robotic surgery at Tanda Medical College and AIMSS Chamiyana will enable advanced surgical services in urology, general surgery, gynecology, cardiothoracic surgery, and gastro surgery, enhancing the quality of care for the people of Kangra and Shimla districts and nearby districts. Robotic surgery offers numerous benefits, including increased precision and accuracy, faster recovery times, and reduced risk of infection due to minimally invasive techniques. With smaller incisions, patients experience less pain and quicker recovery, often leading to shorter hospital stays. It will also benefit surgeons enabling them to improve their ability to perform complex procedures with greater detail and safety.
Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu said that this initiative reflects the State Government’s commitment to improving healthcare services and ensuring that the people of Himachal Pradesh have access to the latest medical technology. Tanda Medical College and AIMSS Chamiyana will soon become leaders in providing cutting-edge healthcare in critical specialties, setting a new standard for medical care in the region.
The Chief Minister mentioned that each year, 9.5 lakh patients from the state are forced to seek diagnostic and treatment services outside, leading to a loss of Rs. 1,350 crore in GDP annually due to the inadequate healthcare facilities in the state’s government institutions. He emphasized that this is a critical issue and assured that the present State Government is prioritizing the enhancement of healthcare infrastructure to help save both the valuable time and money of thousands of patients.