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Mumbai Mayor Inaugurates New Medical Department

Mumbai Mayor Ritu Tawde inaugurates new Accident & Emergency Medical Services Department at Nair Hospital and conducts surprise inspection at Rajawadi Hospital

Mumbai Alert · City Desk
Mumbai Alert · City Desk
City Desk · Mumbai Alert News · Mon, 13 July 2026 at 03:57 pm
Mumbai Mayor Inaugurates New Medical Department

Mumbai Mayor Ritu Tawde on Monday inaugurated the newly constructed Accident & Emergency Medical Services Department at Nair Hospital in Mumbai Central. The state-of-the-art department is equipped with upgraded medical infrastructure and patient services.

The inauguration ceremony was attended by Shiv Sena (UBT) leader and former Mayor Kishori Pednekar, hospital officials, and senior civic authorities. During her visit, Tawde interacted with hospital staff and inspected various departments, reviewing the newly inaugurated emergency department and upgraded medical facilities.

In a separate incident, Tawde conducted a surprise inspection of Rajawadi Hospital in Ghatkopar after receiving complaints that patients were being forced to purchase medicines from outside the hospital. She inspected the hospital's functioning, cleanliness, and patient services, visiting the female medical ward, maternity ward, male medical ward, antenatal ward, paediatric department, and male surgery ward.

Tawde also interacted with patients to understand their concerns and assess the quality of treatment and facilities being provided. She directed officials to ensure proper documentation and uninterrupted daily vaccination services, following complaints regarding shortages of medicines and vaccines.

The Mayor sought detailed information on the shortage of injections for critical illnesses and instructed hospital authorities to convene an urgent meeting with concerned officials to address the issue. She also directed the hospital to maintain high standards in the quality of meals served under the thali system, ensuring patient welfare remains the priority.

From a safety standpoint, Tawde ordered the replacement of old electrical wiring and directed that repainting work be undertaken across the hospital premises. The surprise inspection and inauguration of the new medical department demonstrate the Mayor's commitment to improving healthcare services in Mumbai.

Nair Hospital is one of the major hospitals in Mumbai, providing medical services to a large population. The upgraded Accident & Emergency Medical Services Department is expected to improve the hospital's capacity to handle emergency cases and provide better patient care.

Rajawadi Hospital, on the other hand, has been facing issues with medicine shortages and patient complaints. The Mayor's surprise inspection and directions to hospital authorities are aimed at addressing these issues and improving the overall quality of healthcare services at the hospital.

The Mumbai Municipal Corporation has been working to upgrade healthcare infrastructure in the city, with a focus on improving patient services and providing better medical care. The inauguration of the new medical department at Nair Hospital and the surprise inspection at Rajawadi Hospital are part of these efforts.

The Mayor's actions are significant, as they demonstrate a commitment to improving healthcare services in Mumbai. With the city's population growing rapidly, it is essential to have a well-equipped and efficient healthcare system in place. The upgraded medical department at Nair Hospital and the improvements at Rajawadi Hospital are expected to contribute to this goal, providing better healthcare services to the people of Mumbai.

In conclusion, the inauguration of the new medical department at Nair Hospital and the surprise inspection at Rajawadi Hospital are important steps towards improving healthcare services in Mumbai. The Mayor's commitment to addressing issues and improving patient care is commendable, and it is expected to have a positive impact on the city's healthcare system.

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