To enhance healthcare services and diagnostic quality for the people of Uttar Pradesh, the Yogi Adityanath government has paved the way for the rejuvenation of Dr Ram Manohar Lohia Institute of Medical Sciences in state capital Lucknow.
The proposal to construct a kidney, liver and bone marrow transplantation centre on the sixth and seventh floors of the institute’s main building has been approved.
It is noteworthy that this request was submitted to the state government on January 30, 2023, and now, in alignment with Chief Minister Yogi’s vision, it has received both financial and administrative clearance.
A budget of Rs 18.22 crore has been allocated for this project, while the Yogi government has authorised the release of the first installment of Rs 4.55 crore for the construction. This decisive step is expected to accelerate the construction of the kidney, liver and bone marrow transplantation centre within the Dr Ram Manohar Lohia Institute of Medical Sciences.
Once completed, this facility will not only benefit the residents of Lucknow but also individuals seeking medical treatment from neighbouring regions. Additionally, approval has been granted to disburse the remaining 5 per cent of funds for the construction of a 300-bed men’s hostel in Saifai, Etawah, in line with Chief Minister Yogi’s objectives.
The released funds for the construction of the kidney, liver and bone marrow transplantation centre at Dr Ram Manohar Lohia Institute of Medical Sciences also include the 18 per cent goods and services tax (GST) amount.
All construction activities will be closely monitored by the RMLIMS director in accordance with the state government’s regulations and action plan.
Furthermore, the construction of the 300-bed men’s hostel at the Uttar Pradesh University of Medical Sciences in Saifai, Etawah, with an estimated cost of Rs 28.28 crore is set to gain momentum. Initially, approval was pending for 5 per cent of the total amount, amounting to Rs 1.41 crore, for this project. In response, the state government has granted both administrative and financial approval for the release of Rs 41.42 lakh as an installment to expedite construction. This construction will be carried out in accordance with the state government’s guidelines and action plan. The allocated funds will be utilised exclusively for their intended purposes, and any deviations or misallocation of funds will be addressed promptly. The registrar will be responsible for maintaining quality control throughout the construction process.