Panaji: Goa Health Minister Vishwajit Rane on Thursday announced the expansion of state-run home healthcare services across the state, saying the initiative is aimed at ensuring doorstep medical care for patients suffering from serious ailments such as cancer and stroke.
Addressing reporters in Margao during a programme organised to mark 12 years of Prime Minister Narendra Modi in office, Rane said the health department has already introduced a home care facility that currently caters to around 800 patients.
“The service includes nurses, physiotherapists, speech therapists, and other healthcare professionals. On the day Prime Minister Narendra Modi completes 12 years of service, we are committing to providing home care at the doorstep for people who require it the most, especially those suffering from cancer, stroke, and other serious conditions,” he said.
Rane said the dedicated home care team would be expanded over the next three months to extend the facility to more beneficiaries across Goa.
The minister also announced plans to strengthen healthcare infrastructure at the South Goa District Hospital (SGDH) in Margao.
He said a preliminary review of the hospital has been conducted, and steps are being taken to enhance specialist services.
“Two posts for senior cardiologists have been advertised, and the doctors will be posted at the Margao facility. An MRI facility will also be inaugurated soon,” Rane said.
He added that orthopaedic, neurology, and cardiology services would be further strengthened at the district hospital.
Rane said the government remains committed to ensuring healthcare access for all citizens.
“Healthcare for all is our commitment on the occasion of Prime Minister Modi completing 12 years in office,” he said.
Highlighting another healthcare initiative, the minister said around 1,000 patients visit the Day Care Centre at Goa Medical College and Hospital (GMCH) every month.
“The day care model has been successful and will now be expanded across the state,” he said.
Rane further said that the cathlab facility at the South Goa District Hospital is expected to become operational within six months, while other super-speciality facilities will also be introduced in a phased manner.
He said the expansion of healthcare services reflects the government’s efforts to improve access to quality medical care and strengthen public health infrastructure in Goa.
