Kota/Jaipur | May 12, 2026
In a significant move to ensure accountability in healthcare, the Principal Secretary of the Medical and Health Department, Mrs. Gayatri Rathore, conducted a surprise inspection of JK Lone and MBS Hospitals in Kota on Tuesday. Describing the recent maternal deaths in Kota as “deeply saddening,” she made it clear that strict punitive action will be taken against any personnel found negligent in providing treatment.
Strict Directives on High-Risk Pregnancy and Screening
During the inspection of the labor rooms and wards at JK Lone Hospital, Mrs. Rathore emphasized the importance of Preventive Healthcare:
- Regular Screening: She called for strengthening the screening mechanism to identify diseases in pregnant women and newborns at an early stage.
- Special Monitoring: For High-Risk Pregnancy (HRP) cases, doctors were instructed to strictly follow post-operative protocols and personally monitor the patient’s condition every hour.
Concerns Over Quality of Nursing Training
The Principal Secretary expressed serious displeasure over the lack of proficiency among nursing staff undergoing training at MBS College.
- Notice to Private College: Finding a lack of knowledge in basic medical procedures, she ordered an official notice to be issued to the concerned private nursing college.
- Strict Regulations: Nursing students must now work under the direct supervision of senior doctors. Experience certificates will not be issued until they achieve full proficiency.
Divisional Meeting: Ensuring Accountability
During a meeting with medical officers of the Kota division, the Principal Secretary delivered a message of Good Governance:
- Treatment Protocol: Principals and Superintendents of all medical colleges must ensure 100% compliance with established treatment protocols.
- Sensitivity: Doctors and nursing staff were instructed to maintain a humane and sensitive approach toward patients and their families.
- Adolescent Health: The CMHO was directed to focus on ‘Holistic Health’ rather than limiting adolescent health programs merely to treatment.
Key Officials Present
The inspection and meeting were attended by Kota District Collector Piyush Samariya, Director of Public Health Dr. Ravi Prakash Sharma, Medical College Principal Dr. Nilesh Jain, and JK Lone Superintendent Dr. Nirmala Sharma, among other senior officials.
Conclusion
This visit by the Principal Secretary indicates that the State Government is now prioritizing “Quality of Care” and “Staff Skilling” alongside infrastructure. The directive for specialist doctors to monitor patients hourly in Kota hospitals is expected to significantly enhance patient safety.
Disclaimer: This report is based on the official press note issued by the Department of Medical and Health, Rajasthan, and details from the review meeting conducted by Principal Secretary Mrs. Gayatri Rathore in Kota.
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