PM Modi virtually lays foundation for critical care block at RIMS Imphal

Imphal: Prime Minister Narendra Modi virtually laid the foundation stone for the construction of the 150-Bedded Critical Care Block at the Regional Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS) in Imphal under the Prime Minister’s Ayushman Bharat Health Infrastructure Mission, from Race Course Ground, Rajkot, Gujarat on Sunday.

A formal program was held at the Jubilee Hall of RIMS for the foundation stone laying ceremony of the Critical Care Block, with Chief Minister N Biren Singh as the chief guest.

Union Minister of State for Education and External Affairs, Dr. Rajkumar Ranjan, Member of Parliament for Outer Manipur Constituency, Dr. Lorho S Pfoze, MLA Kh Raghumani, Joint Secretary of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Vandana Jain, Director (RIMS) Dr. G Sunil Kumar Sharma, and Medical Superintendent (RIMS) Dr. N Sanjb were also present at the event.

Chief Minister N Biren Singh congratulated the RIMS family on the new project, emphasizing the significance of the Critical Care Block in enhancing healthcare services and preparing for emergencies like the COVID-19 pandemic.

He recalled the challenges faced by the state during the pandemic, particularly the shortage of oxygen, and highlighted the government’s efforts to address the issue by setting up oxygen plants and increasing ICU beds. Singh commended Prime Minister Modi’s vision and dedication to the health sector, noting positive changes and development in every sector in the State and Northeast India under his leadership.

Addressing the law and order situation, Singh expressed optimism about restoring peace and normalcy through ongoing talks and meetings at various levels.

Union Minister Dr. Rajkumar Ranjan praised Manipur’s advancements in the health sector under Prime Minister Modi and Chief Minister Singh. He highlighted the initiatives taken during the COVID-19 pandemic, especially in the supply of oxygen.

MP Dr. Lorho S Pfoze acknowledged RIMS’ infrastructure development and its role as a premier institute in the State. He urged the Health Ministry to upgrade RIMS to an AIIMS-like institute.

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