Meitra Hospital becomes first Malabar Hospital to get JCI Accreditation certificate
Kozhikode: Meitra Hospital of Kozhikode was honoured with the Joint Commission International Accreditation Certificate on Saturday.
The Meitra Hospital is the first and only hospital in the Malabar region to get the JCI gold seal of accreditation.
Minister for Health and Family Veena George handed the JCI certificate to Dr. Ali Faizal, director of the Hospital in the city.
Mayor, Kozhikode, Dr. Beena Philip and Chairman Emeritus, Meitra Hospital Mr. P. K. Ahammed and others were present on the occasion.
Dr. Jijo V Cherian, consultant gastroenterologist at Meitra Hospital, called it a matter of pride to be accredited by the JCI. “The gold seal of accreditation of the JCI endorses Meitra’s commitment to quality and patient safety,” he added.
Dr. Preetham K, chief of Medical Services at the Hospital, said, “Meitra Hospital is the first hospital in the Malabar region to be accredited by the JCI. Getting a JCI accreditation is the highest accolade that any hospital can avail of.”
Shaji P, chief nursing officer, said that the staff of Meitra Hospital would strive further to only raise their bar of performance and reach greater heights with exceptional patient treatment.
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PM Modi visits Kuwait: First visit of Indian PM in 43 years
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will embark on a two-day official visit to Kuwait on Saturday, marking the first visit by an Indian Prime Minister to the Gulf nation in 43 years. The visit aims to strengthen cooperation in defence, trade, and other key sectors through discussions and agreements between the two nations' leaders.
During the visit, PM Modi is scheduled to hold talks with prominent leaders of Kuwait, visit Indian workers' camps, and address the Indian community. He will also participate in the inauguration ceremony of the Gulf Cup football tournament.
According to the Ministry of External Affairs, discussions on bilateral investment and defence cooperation agreements are already underway. Secretary of Overseas Indian Affairs, Arun Kumar Chatterjee, expressed optimism that several bilateral agreements will be signed during the visit.
He termed the visit as "historic," adding that it would open a new chapter in India-Kuwait relations. "This visit will not only strengthen existing ties but also unveil new opportunities for future cooperation. It will reaffirm the values shared by both nations, building a stronger and more dynamic partnership," he said.
The visit is also expected to bolster India’s ties with the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), further enhancing regional collaboration.
