CM Rekha unveils new ICU, endoscopy suite at GTB Hospital
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Saturday took several significant steps towards strengthening the Capital’s healthcare infrastructure. She inaugurated a new 10-bed medical ICU ward at Guru Tegh Bahadur (GTB) Hospital, launched a modern GI HD Video Endoscopy Suite, and introduced an Integrated AYUSH Stress Management Programme.
The Chief Minister also laid the foundation stone of a state-of-the-art OPD building at the Institute of Human Behaviour and Allied Sciences (IHBAS). The construction of this new OPD facility will ensure more organised, efficient and prompt medical services for the thousands of patients who seek treatment there daily.
Addressing the gathering, the Chief Minister stated that Delhi is witnessing rapid progress across sectors, including healthcare, education and trade. She emphasised that the Government is working in mission mode with full seriousness to upgrade health services to world-class standards.
On the occasion, Member of Parliament from North-East Delhi Manoj Tiwari, Delhi Health Minister Dr Pankaj Kumar Singh, Shahdara MLA Sanjay Goel, and senior officials of the Health Department were also present.
The Chief Minister noted that the newly inaugurated medical ICU at GTB Hospital is equipped with advanced machines and upgraded facilities, ensuring timely and high-quality treatment for critically ill patients.
The GI HD Video Endoscopy Suite will enable more accurate and faster diagnosis of gastrointestinal and digestive disorders, facilitating early detection and timely treatment.
She commended the hospital administration and doctors, observing that optimal utilisation of available resources in government hospitals can save thousands of lives.
Highlighting the growing challenge of stress in today’s fast-paced lifestyle, she remarked that it has become a silent epidemic affecting students, working professionals, the elderly and others alike. In view of this, the Delhi Government has decided to operationalise integrated AYUSH stress management OPDs at Ayurvedic & Unani Tibbia College, Nehru Homoeopathic Medical College, Dr BR Sur Homoeopathic Medical College, Brahm Prakash Ayurved Charak Sansthan, and IHBAS. These centres will focus on mind-body balance through yoga, lifestyle counselling and digital detox interventions.
