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NMMC Moves Oxygen Tanks to Hospitals 4 Years After Covid Centre Closure

NMMC to relocate oxygen tanks, Covid centre shut 4 years ago, tanks to be moved to hospitals

Mumbai Alert · City Desk
Mumbai Alert · City Desk
City Desk · Mumbai Alert News · Fri, 11 September 2026 at 07:51 am
NMMC Moves Oxygen Tanks to Hospitals 4 Years After Covid Centre Closure

The Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC) has finally decided to move three large oxygen tanks from the exhibition centre premises to hospitals, four years after the Covid centre was shut down.

The oxygen tanks, each approximately seven metres long and two metres wide, have been lying horizontally on a pathway and lawn next to the parking area at the exhibition centre.

The decision to move the tanks was made in order to utilize them effectively and provide a steady oxygen supply to hospitals in need. The NMMC aims to relocate the tanks to hospitals where they can be used to support patient care.

The Covid centre was closed four years ago, and since then, the oxygen tanks have been left unused. The NMMC's decision to move the tanks is a welcome step, as it will help to ensure that hospitals have a reliable source of oxygen.

The exhibition centre premises, where the tanks are currently located, is a public space that hosts various events and activities. The presence of the large oxygen tanks has been an eyesore, and their relocation will help to improve the overall appearance of the area.

The NMMC has not announced a specific timeline for the relocation of the tanks, but it is expected to be completed soon. The move is seen as a positive step towards improving healthcare infrastructure in Navi Mumbai.

The oxygen tanks are a crucial piece of equipment for hospitals, and their relocation will help to support the delivery of healthcare services in the region. The NMMC's decision to move the tanks is a testament to the corporation's commitment to providing quality healthcare to its citizens.

In recent years, there has been a growing emphasis on improving healthcare infrastructure in Navi Mumbai. The relocation of the oxygen tanks is a step in the right direction, and it is expected to have a positive impact on the region's healthcare system.

The move is significant for Navi Mumbai, as it will help to ensure that hospitals have access to a reliable source of oxygen. This, in turn, will help to improve patient care and outcomes, and will contribute to the overall well-being of the community.

Frequently asked questions

Why are the oxygen tanks being moved from the exhibition centre?

The oxygen tanks are being moved to hospitals where they can be used to support patient care, four years after the Covid centre was shut down.

What is the significance of the oxygen tanks relocation?

The relocation of the oxygen tanks will help to ensure that hospitals have a reliable source of oxygen, improving patient care and outcomes.

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