Kerala to ensure 24/7 services across all government general hospitals

Kerala's Health Minister V. Muraleedharan has committed to establishing 24-hour operations across all government general hospitals in the state as part of efforts to improve healthcare accessibility and retain patients within the state system.

The minister emphasized that the government is working to prevent a situation where students and patients are forced to seek medical treatment outside Kerala due to inadequate services or limited operating hours at public hospitals. The initiative is part of a broader strategy to strengthen the state's healthcare infrastructure and ensure equitable access to quality medical services.

The round-the-clock services are expected to enhance emergency and critical care facilities, with enhanced staffing and resource allocation at government general hospitals. This move aligns with the state's broader healthcare vision to make public hospitals competitive with private institutions.

The Health Minister's announcement comes as Kerala continues to prioritize strengthening its public healthcare system, which serves a significant portion of the state's population. The full implementation timeline and resource allocation for the 24/7 service expansion are expected to be detailed in subsequent government communications.