DM Conducts Surprise Inspection at Coronation Hospital; Pathology Timings Extended, Report Sought from Chandan Lab
₹10 lakh repair work approved on the spot | Blood Bank to be completed by March 15 | Administration moves into action mode to streamline healthcare services
Dehradun:
District Magistrate Savin Bansal conducted a comprehensive inspection of District Hospital Coronation on Monday, reviewing healthcare arrangements and taking several key decisions on the spot to improve medical services.
Acting under the guidance of the Chief Minister, the district administration has intensified efforts to upgrade facilities and restore efficiency in the hospital’s functioning.
Pathology Timings Extended to Reduce Patient Rush
Observing heavy crowding outside the Central Pathology Lab, the District Magistrate immediately ordered extension of sample collection timings from 11:00 AM to 12:00 noon. He directed officials to ensure that all patients waiting for testing have their samples collected the same day.
Strict Action on Contracted Chandan Lab; 3-Month Report Summoned
During inspection of the contracted Chandan Lab, the DM expressed dissatisfaction after officials failed to provide clear details regarding its mandatory 24×7 operations.
Key directions issued:
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Submission of a three-month report of day and night sample collections
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Joint inquiry report to be submitted by the SDM Sadar and Chief Medical Officer
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Half payment to be withheld if services are found inconsistent with contractual obligations
₹10 Lakh Sanctioned Immediately for Hospital Repairs
Taking note of infrastructure issues, the District Magistrate approved ₹10 lakh on the spot for urgent repair and improvement works, including:
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Hospital kitchen renovation
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Gynaecology OT repairs
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Warehouse improvements
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OPD maintenance work
Departments were instructed to begin work without delay.
Deadline Set for Blood Bank Completion
Inspecting the under-construction Blood Bank, the DM directed the executing agency to complete the project by March 15, 2026.
Additional instructions included:
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Third-party quality inspection of construction work
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Arrangement of doctors, staff, and equipment at district level
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Early operationalization of the Blood Bank facility
Inquiry Ordered Over Absence of Gynaecologist
Following complaints that women patients were being referred to other hospitals due to the absence of a gynaecologist, the DM directed the SDM and CMO to submit a joint factual report.
Creative Activities Introduced in Pediatric Ward
During inspection of the pediatric ward, the District Magistrate appealed to parents to keep children away from excessive mobile phone usage.
He directed hospital authorities to:
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Provide books through the ward library
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Introduce drawing and colouring activities
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Encourage creative engagement for admitted children
Automated Mechanical Parking Running at Full Capacity
The hospital’s automated mechanical parking system was found functioning at 100% capacity, providing significant relief to patients, attendants, and visitors.
Hillans Canteen Receives Positive Feedback
The DM inspected the SHGS Hillans Canteen, interacting with visitors and attendants regarding food quality. The facility is currently serving nearly 500 consumers daily, with users expressing satisfaction.
Instructions to Maintain Life-Saving Drug Availability
The District Magistrate instructed the Principal Medical Superintendent to ensure:
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Continuous availability of essential life-saving medicines
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Strict adherence to agreements with pharmaceutical suppliers
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No compromise in hygiene and food quality standards
Direct Interaction with Patients
The DM inspected emergency wards, general wards, and multiple hospital sections, interacting directly with patients and attendants to gather feedback on healthcare services and hospital facilities.
Administration Takes Charge to Strengthen Healthcare Services
The inspection reflects the district administration’s proactive approach toward restoring efficient healthcare delivery and ensuring accountability across hospital operations.
The inspection was attended by SDM Sadar and Health Nodal Officer Harigiri, Chief Medical Officer Dr. Manoj Kumar Sharma, Principal Medical Superintendent Mannu Jain, along with concerned officials and medical staff.
