Bhatkal: Minister Mankala Vaidya inaugurates advanced medical facilities at Life Care Hospital
Bhatkal: In a significant development for healthcare services in the region, Uttara Kannada district in-charge minister, Mankala S. Vaidya, inaugurated the CT scan, ICU, and Operation Theater at Life Care Specialty Hospital on Saturday.
During the inauguration, Minister Vaidya emphasized the importance of contributions from non-resident Indians (NRIs) and those working abroad in establishing well-equipped hospitals and businesses in Bhatkal. He called on these individuals to allocate funds for the town’s development, particularly in healthcare.
“After four years since its inception, Life Care Hospital has upgraded to state-of-the-art facilities. The hospital currently boasts 50 beds, and there is no doubt that it will evolve into a 200-bed super specialty hospital in the near future,” said Vaidya. He assured that the government would support and cooperate in the hospital's development.
He further highlighted the government's efforts in improving infrastructure in Bhatkal. "Grants have been provided for road, electricity, and drinking water systems in Bhatkal town. To address potential water shortages, arrangements are being made to bring drinking water from Honnavar at a cost of Rs 220 crore. Additionally, Rs 25 crore has been allocated for widening the Bhatkal Port-Sea Road and another Rs 25 crore for various road works within the town," Vaidya informed.
Dr. U.T. Iftikhar Ali, a senate member of Mangalore Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, was the chief guest at the event. He stressed the need for a well-equipped hospital in Bhatkal and assured that the Rajiv Gandhi University would offer full cooperation for any medical institutions to be established. He praised the provision of advanced facilities and the presence of expert doctors at Life Care Hospital, noting their benefit to the local population.
The chairman of Life Care Hospital, Yunus Kazia, who presided over the program, explained the transformation of Life Care Hospital into Life Care Specialty Hospital for the benefit of the people. He stated that with expert doctors and advanced medical systems in place, residents no longer need to travel to other towns for treatment. "We aim to increase the hospital’s bed capacity and provide more medical facilities with everyone’s cooperation in the coming days," Kazia said.
The event saw speeches from several dignitaries, including Dr. Savita Kamath, Administrative Medical Officer of Government Hospital; Jamaatul Muslimeen Chief Qazi Maulana Abdul Rab Nadvi; and Markazi Khalifa Jamaat Chief Qazi Maulana Khwaja Mohiyuddin Akrami Nadvi.
Hospital Director Altaf, Managing Director Muhammad Salman Jubapu, and Director Zulfikar Ali were present on the stage. Muhammad Salman Jubapu welcomed the guests and delivered an introductory speech, while Zulfikar Ali introduced the guests.
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AR Rahman sends notice to 'slanderers' over speculations surrounding separation with Saira Banu
Chennai, Nov 23: Music composer AR Rahman on Saturday issued a warning to individuals speculating about his separation from his wife, Saira Banu.
Taking to social media on Saturday, the 57-year-old musician shared a three-page legal notice addressing those spreading defamatory and "objectionable" content targeting him and his family.
"Notice to all slanderers from ARR's Legal Team," Rahman wrote on X.
It comes days after Rahman and Saira Banu announced that they are ending their marriage of 29 years.
The notice provides a 24-hour window for the removal of such content, stating that failure to comply could result in legal consequences under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023.
"My client informs the hatemongers and sharers of abusive contents to remove the objectionable content within the next one hour and a maximum time duration of 24 hours," read the notice.
Rahman’s legal team said the actions of these individuals not only tarnish his reputation but also cause distress to his family.
Rahman and Banu tied the knot in 1995 and share three children-- daughters Khatija, Raheema, and son Ameen.
Notice to all slanderers from ARR's Legal Team. pic.twitter.com/Nq3Eq6Su2x
— A.R.Rahman (@arrahman) November 23, 2024
