Srinagar, May 28 (KNS): Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary today conducted a detailed inspection of the ongoing development works at SKIMS Medical College and Hospital, Bemina.

The visit focused on reviewing the construction of a 250-bedded In-Patient Department (IPD) block and a College Laboratory block, being built at an estimated cost of ?83.94 crore and ?88.23 crore, respectively.

Officials informed that the seven-storey IPD block will house specialized wards in Orthopedics, Medicine, Psychiatry, Labour, Obstetrics, and General Surgery, along with an administrative section, medical records unit, boardroom, and lecture theatre.

During the inspection, the Deputy Chief Minister urged the executing agency to speed up the pace of work and complete all pending tasks within the next three months.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp ChannelHe stressed the importance of maintaining high construction standards while meeting project deadlines.

Choudhary also directed officials to address any issues causing delays and called for regular monitoring to ensure transparency and accountability. He emphasized close coordination among the agencies involved for smooth execution of the projects.

Director SKIMS Prof. Mohammad Ashraf Ganai, Principal MCH Bemina Dr. Fazal Kadir Parray, Chief Engineer R&B Sajad Naqeeb, CE MED Kashmir Bodh Raj, and other senior officials and staff members accompanied the Deputy Chief Minister during the visit.(KNS)