IT Correspondent
Jiribam, Jan 5:
The District Hospital Monitoring Committee, alongside the Meira Paibis of Jiribam, has initiated a lockdown of the Outpatient Department (OPD) and the Chief Medical Officer (CMO) office at the 50-bedded district hospital. This action was taken on Sunday in response to ongoing concerns regarding the management of doctor transfers and postings within the facility.
N. Sadananda Meetei, the Convenor of the District Hospital Monitoring Committee, addressed the media, outlining the reasons behind the decision. He explained that the committee had previously engaged with the relevant authorities to address issues surrounding the transfer and posting of doctors at the hospital. During these discussions, a consensus was reached to appoint a qualified Chief Medical Officer and to send three specialist doctors to improve healthcare services in Jiribam. The community welcomed this decision, viewing it as a positive step toward enhancing medical care.
However, Sadananda expressed disappointment that instead of implementing the agreed-upon measures, the government opted to transfer the eligible CMO and replace them with an in-charge who did not meet the required criteria for the position.
“Such orders from the government clearly indicate a lack of concern for the well-being of the Jiribam populace,” he stated. He emphasized the importance of having qualified professionals in critical healthcare roles, particularly in a life-saving department like the hospital.
The committee’s actions stem from a broader dissatisfaction with what they perceive as a monopoly in the transfer and posting processes of medical staff. Sadananda called for the immediate appointment of doctors who are genuinely suited for the district hospital, stressing that the current state of affairs is unacceptable.
In light of these unresolved issues, the OPD and CMO office will remain closed until the concerned authorities take appropriate and timely action to address the demands put forth by the District Hospital Monitoring Committee, along with support from other civil society organizations and the Meira Paibis of Jiribam.
