Yogi government accelerates construction work of the Transplantation Center

by admin on | 2023-09-03 13:21:02

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Lucknow: The Yogi government, which is dedicated to enhancing healthcare services and diagnostic quality for the people of Uttar Pradesh, has paved the way for the rejuvenation of Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia Institute of Medical Sciences in the capital Lucknow. The proposal to construct a Kidney, Liver, and Bone Marrow Transplantation Center on the institute's main medical building's sixth and seventh floors has been approved. 

It is noteworthy that this request was submitted to the state government on January 30, 2023, and now, in alignment with CM Yogi's vision, it has received both financial and administrative clearance.

A total budget of Rs 18.22 crore has been allocated for this project, while the Yogi government has authorized the release of the first installment of Rs 4.55 crore for the construction. This decisive step is expected to accelerate the construction progress of the Kidney, Liver, and Bone Marrow Transplantation Center 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 neighboring regions. Additionally, approval has been granted to disburse the remaining 5 percent of funds for the construction of a 300-bed men's hostel in Saifai, Etawah, aligning with CM Yogi's objectives.

GST amount is included in the released amount

The released funds for the construction of the Kidney, Liver, and Bone Marrow Transplantation Center on the sixth and seventh floors of the Main Medical Building at Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia Institute of Medical Sciences also include the 18 percent GST amount. All construction activities will be closely monitored by the Institute's Director, in accordance with the state government's regulations and action plan.

Construction of 300 bedded men's hostel in Saifai to gain momentum shortly

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 percent 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 also be carried out under the supervision of the Uttar Pradesh University of Medical Sciences' Chief Secretary, in accordance with the state government's guidelines and action plan. The allocated funds will be utilized 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.