KOTA: Divisional Commissioner Mr. Anil Kumar Agarwal conducted a surprise inspection of the New Medical College in Kota on Tuesday to assess the ground reality of security and healthcare services. During the inspection, significant lapses in security arrangements were uncovered, prompting the Commissioner to adopt a strict stance, including directives to issue notices and impose penalties on the contracted security agency.
Serious Security Lapses
During the inspection, when the Divisional Commissioner examined the records and attendance of the security personnel, the findings were deeply concerning:
- Absence of Personnel: Against a requirement of 45 guards for the morning shift, only 28 were present, and in the afternoon shift, only 10 out of the mandated 25 were on duty.
- Lack of Discipline: Many security personnel were not in their prescribed uniforms and were missing essential gear such as nameplates, belts, batons, whistles, and caps.
- Absence of Biometric Records: The supervisor failed to produce any evidence or data when asked for the biometric attendance records of the security staff.
Expressing strong disapproval, Mr. Agarwal instructed the Hospital Superintendent to issue an immediate notice to the security agency and impose penalties in accordance with the contract terms.
Focus on Healthcare Services and Patient Care
Beyond security, the Divisional Commissioner reviewed the health records of the six mothers admitted to the Super Specialty Block and discussed their treatment progress in detail with the medical team. He also interacted with the families of the patients to gather feedback on the hospital’s services.
The Commissioner issued several key directives for immediate improvement:
- Adequate Staffing: The Principal has been instructed to ensure sufficient staff availability for transporting patients via wheelchairs and stretchers.
- CCTV Surveillance: Directives were issued to ensure all CCTV cameras installed within the hospital premises are fully functional.
- Dialogue with Resident Doctors: In a meeting with the college administration, the Commissioner addressed the concerns of resident doctors, assuring them of strict action against any miscreants to ensure their safety.
Principal Dr. Nilesh Jain, Superintendent Dr. Ashutosh Sharma, and other senior health department officials were present during the inspection. The administration has sent a clear message that any negligence regarding patient facilities or hospital security will not be tolerated.
Disclaimer: This news article is based on the official inspection report and departmental information. It has been prepared for public interest and informational purposes.
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