CM Bommai dismisses Congress charge of corrupt electoral practice
Bengaluru, Nov 17: Karnataka Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai on Thursday dismissed the Congress party's charge of any electoral fraud committed by him in Bengaluru and said he was ready to face enquiry over the matter.
The CM was responding to Congress national general secretary and Karnataka in charge Randeep Surjewala demanding his resignation, alleging he is directly responsible for a corrupt electoral practice by assigning a private entity to collect door-to-door voter information in the city.
Terming it as a baseless charge, Bommai said the opposition Congress has got "bankrupt ideas" due to which it was making such allegations without any proof.
He said he was ready to get the matter investigated.
"What I feel is that the Congress has got bankrupt ideas. It is a matter between the Election Commission of India, Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) and the NGO (concermed)," Bommai said.
He added if the NGO has misused its position, then it will be inquired and action will be taken.
"What is the proof that which private information has been given to whom. There is nothing on paper. It is a baseless allegation. I am really astonished the way Congress is bankrupt with ideas...there is no proof at all," Bommai said.
He said he was ready for an inquiry.
"Let an inquiry be done and the truth come out. We are not shying away from any inquiry. I ask the BBMP commissioner to file a case," the Chief Minister said.
Surjewala had alleged the BBMP authorised a private firm in August this year to carry out a door-to-door survey of voters 'free of cost' and it had gathered details such as their gender and mother tongue, besides collecting voter ID and Aadhaar details.
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Thumbay Group to open Sharjah's first private psychiatric, rehabilitation hospital
Sharjah (UAE): In a first, the Thumbay Group has announced plans to establish the region's first private Psychiatric and Rehabilitation Hospital in Sharjah Healthcare City. The Hospital is set to become the largest private facility of its kind in the region.
The hospital will focus on Innovation and Patient-Centered Care and the hospital is equipped to meet the highest clinical standards, offering Advanced Therapeutic Modalities, Comprehensive Rehabilitation Programs, Integrated Tele-health Solutions and Precision Medicine among others.
The hospital’s multidisciplinary model includes psychiatrists, psychologists, addiction counselors, family therapists, physical therapists, and occupational specialists, ensuring a holistic and individualized approach to patient care.
Thumbay Psychiatric and Rehabilitation Hospital will be developed in two phases. Phase 1 includes 60 inpatient beds and 12 outpatient clinics (OPDs) and Phase 2 adds another 60 beds, bringing the total capacity to 120 beds. Construction is set to begin in June 2025, with the hospital expected to be operational by mid-2026.
Key Features of the Hospital:
1. Psychiatric Care:
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Diagnosis and Treatment.
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Therapeutic Interventions.
2. Rehabilitation Services:
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Substance Abuse Rehabilitation
3. Long-term Care and Aftercare:
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Aftercare Programs
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Inpatient VIP Villas.
4. Swimming Pool and Spa
5. A mosque (Thumbay Masjid) with a capacity for 500-600 worshippers, open to the public.
Commitment to International Standards
Thumbay Psychiatric and Rehabilitation Hospital seeks to achieve Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) certification, reflecting its adherence to rigorous global benchmarks in safety, quality, and effectiveness. The hospital will also comply with all UAE healthcare regulations, further emphasizing its commitment to ethical and evidence-based practices.
Dr. Thumbay Moideen, Founder and President of Thumbay Group, said, “This is the first private Psychiatric and Rehabilitation Hospital in the region, catering to regional and international patients seeking world-class care. Our goal is to make it the best facility serving the community.”
In a statement, His Excellency Dr. Abdelaziz Al Mheiri, Chairman of Sharjah Health Authority and Sharjah Healthcare City, lauded the initiative, saying, “This project aligns with our vision for Sharjah Healthcare City, where we prioritize all aspects of healthcare. Mental health is increasingly critical and often overlooked, and we are proud to host such a pioneering hospital.”
