News Desk, Kolkata : The news of chaos erupting after the Chief Minister’s visit, involving allegations of pan-gutkha stains in kolkata medical college, has caused a stir. Subsequent scrutiny revealed pictures of unsanitary conditions at Kolkata Medical College Hospital, leaving health officials in a state of concern. This prompted calls for accountability from the hospital authorities. Within the internal investigation, officials’ indifference and a somber atmosphere at Ganga Sagar mentally weighed on the outcome.
In an effort to address the first medical college’s apparent cleanliness issues, the Hospital Patient Welfare Committee held a meeting on Saturday. Various plans were discussed, and it is expected that these will be communicated to the Health Department’s top level. However, even some hospital employees disapprove of the allegations. One employee suggested, “First, we need to clean our own homes, then inform the public.” According to them, some hospital staff throw pan-gutkha packets on walls and indulge in inappropriate activities around the premises.
Despite claims of unsanitary conditions, a portion of hospital officials insists that everything is in order. A high-ranking official, who has been releasing statements on the issue, visited the health building with a written assurance that “everything is fine.” The scrutiny, however, reached the health department as well, raising questions about the situation.
Recently, the Chief Minister visited Kolkata Medical College and saw the state of affairs. Health officials were already present, and the lack of cleanliness around the hospital caught their attention. The issue extends beyond visible uncleanliness; it involves irregularities such as shared medical equipment and occupied beds. This revelation occurred when the health secretary visited and noticed discrepancies beyond the cleanliness concern.
The Patient Welfare Committee decided that responsibility for the cleanliness of each building should be assigned to a separate organization. Oversight duties would be divided among deputy and assistant medical superintendents. Collaborating with fourth-grade employees and cleaners, nearly thirty vacant positions would be filled. The Chairman of the Patient Welfare Committee, Dr. Sudipto Roy, expressed the need for a sanitation network similar to private hospitals to maintain cleanliness consistently.
The saga continues with the Mayor-in-Council (Solid Waste Management) of Kolkata Municipal Corporation denying the allegations. Debabrata Majumdar, the council’s head, asserted, “Every internal road of all government hospitals in the city is cleaned daily. Kolkata Medical College is no exception. The allegations are not true.”
However, the cleanliness issue extends beyond allegations of pan-gutkha stains. Investigations have exposed a lapse in the system where a worker assigned to clean one building was tasked with overseeing cleanliness in two additional buildings. This cost-cutting measure raised concerns among staff and added strain to an already challenging situation.
In response to these revelations, the Patient Welfare Committee emphasized the importance of an efficient sanitation network. Dr. Sudipto Roy voiced his aspirations, saying, “We are considering creating a sanitation network to ensure cleanliness here, similar to private hospitals.” The committee is not only focused on cleanliness but also aims to address other issues identified during the investigation.
As the controversy unfolds, the spotlight is on Kolkata Medical College Hospital, urging a comprehensive review of the existing system. The health secretary’s visit has brought to light not just cleanliness concerns but also structural issues affecting patient care and overall hospital management.
In conclusion, the saga at Kolkata Medical College Hospital goes beyond the initial allegations of pan-gutkha stains. It reveals a broader spectrum of challenges, including administrative shortcomings, lapses in cleanliness management, and structural issues affecting patient welfare. The unfolding events prompt a critical examination of the healthcare system, demanding swift and effective measures to ensure the well-being of both patients and staff.
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