NEW DELHI: Following is the speech delivered in Parliament by Rajya Sabha MP Kartikeya Sharma on Friday.
I rise to bring to the attention of this esteemed House the urgent need to upgrade our healthcare infrastructure at the district level in Haryana. Currently, the district-level health facilities in our state, while serving basic healthcare needs, often lack the advanced medical services required for treating complex diseases. Many residents, when faced with severe health issues such as liver and biliary conditions, kidney ailments, heart diseases, cancer, and orthopaedic problems, are forced to seek treatment in far-off metropolitan cities. This not only incurs significant financial and emotional strain on families but also leads to delays in receiving critical medical care. Our existing government hospitals, although staffed with dedicated healthcare professionals, need substantial upgrades to meet the growing and diverse medical needs of our population.
In response to this pressing issue, I propose that we declare or upgrade one of the government hospitals in every district as a super speciality centre for integrated medicines. These centres will be equipped with specialised wings dedicated to liver and biliary care, nephrology, cardiology, ate, while serving basic healthcare needs, often lack the advapediatrics, orthopaedics, cancer care, and general medicine. By leveraging a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model, we can ensure these centres are built with state-of-the-art facilities and technology. The Central government can provide one-time financial support for the establishment of these centres, while the state government will bear the recurring expenses. Additionally, revenue generated from the services and contributions through Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives from private enterprises will help sustain these centres. This strategic upgrade will transform our district hospitals into hubs of advanced medical care, providing timely and quality treatment to our citizens.
Integrative medicine, which combines traditional medical practices with modern treatment methods, will bring numerous benefits to the citizens of Haryana. It offers a holistic approach to healthcare, focusing not only on treating the disease but also on improving the overall well-being of the patient. For instance, lifestyle diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, and cardiovascular ailments can be better managed with a combination of modern medicine and traditional practices like yoga and ayurveda. This comprehensive approach will help in early diagnosis, prevention, and effective management of chronic diseases, leading to a healthier population. Furthermore, by having super-speciality centres in every district, we will significantly reduce the burden on tertiary care hospitals in metropolitan areas and ensure that high-quality medical care is accessible to everyone, regardless of their location or financial status. This initiative will not only save lives but also enhance the quality of life for our citizens, making Haryana a model state in healthcare excellence.