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JK Health Plus, Narasannapeta (2025)

08/08/2025

AIIMS Jammu Hosts Prestigious NAMS Conclave on Healthcare Challenges and Policy
All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Vijaypur, Jammu, successfully hosted a two-day Task Force Conclave of the National Academy of Medical Sciences (India) bringing together leading medical experts, policymakers, and researchers from across the country. The event was inaugurated by Prof. (Dr) Shakti Kumar Gupta, ED & CEO, AIIMS Jammu, who emphasized the urgent need for structured policy implementation and public sensitization about various emerging healthcare issues. Prof. (Dr.) Meeta Gupta, Dean (Academics), AIIMS Jammu, was the Nodal Officer for the NAMS Conclave. The conclave was organized by the Departments of Physiology, General Medicine, CTVS, Ophthalmology and Nephrology, in collaboration with NAMS.
Participants engaged in thought-provoking sessions that addressed a wide spectrum of healthcare topics. Experts presented the NAMS Task Force recommendations for improving healthcare delivery in high-altitude regions, especially for patients with pre-existing medical conditions. An interactive case discussion highlighted the complex challenges of managing obesity in the Indian healthcare setting, while another session focused on the prevention and management of Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) as per national guidelines. A key highlight of the Conclave was the presentation of the NAMS Task Force Report outlining recommendations to enhance efficiency, transparency, and ethical governance in the organ transplantation system across the country.
The Conclave featured distinguished guest speakers, including Lt. Gen. Dr Velu Nair, President-Elected, NAMS; Prof (Dr) Y.K. Chawla, Ex-Director, PGIMER, Chandigarh; Dr. Vipin Koushal, Medical Superintendent, PGIMER, Chandigarh; Dr. S.P. Singh, Professor & Head, Department of Physiology, Amrita School of Medicine, Faridabad; Dr. Latika Mohan, Professor & Head, Department of Physiology, AIIMS Rishikesh; Dr. J.S. Thakur, Professor, Community Medicine, PGIMER, Chandigarh; and Prof. (Dr). Naval K. Vikram, Professor, Medicine, AIIMS New Delhi.

The insightful deliberations strongly aligned with AIIMS Jammu’s ongoing efforts to foster a collaborative ecosystem focused on advancing patient care and promoting evidence-based medical practice.
The Organising Committee included Dr. Neena Sharma, Dr. Uditi Gupta, Dr. Gaurav Gupta, Dr. Taranpreet Kaur, Dr. Sartaj Ahmad Guroo, Dr. Radhika, Dr Bhavani Raina and Dr. Asheesh Kumar. The organizers highlighted the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration, research-backed policymaking, and public awareness in addressing evolving healthcare challenges. They also discussed the roadmap for developing a comprehensive transplant program, envisioning the initiation of transplant services at AIIMS Jammu.
The event concluded on an inspiring note, with participants motivated to convert shared knowledge into impactful action—further reaffirming AIIMS Jammu’s role as a centre of academic excellence and progressive healthcare leadership.

08/08/2025

DC visits SDH Kupwara to take stock of healthcare services

KUPWARA, AUGUST 08: On his maiden field visit, Deputy Commissioner (DC) Kupwara, Shrikant Balasaheb Suse visited Sub District Hospital Kupwara to inspect the functioning of the hospital today evening.

During the visit, DC inspected different sections of the hospital including OPD, IPD, Emergency, Gynea, Laboratory, X-Ray etc. He interacted with the doctors and paramedical staff and enquired about the status of health care and treatment facilities.

He also interacted with the patients and enquired about the quality of services provided by the hospital.

DC was accompanied by ACR Kupwara, Chief Medical Officer besides others during the visit.

07/08/2025

Free Orthopaedic camp at Old Age Home, Ambphalla by ASCOMS Team

As part of the ongoing observance of Bone and Joint Day 2025, the Department of Orthopaedics, ASCOMS & Hospital, Sidhra, Jammu, conducted a community outreach visit to the Old Age Home at Ambphalla on 7th August 2025. This initiative was carried out in collaboration with the Jammu & Kashmir Orthopaedic Association, under the thematic focus: “Old is Gold – 360° Care for the Elderly.”

The visit aimed to extend medical support and emotional companionship to senior residents, many of whom face challenges associated with age-related orthopaedic conditions, including osteoporosis, osteoarthritis, and mobility impairments. The ASCOMS team provided on-site consultations, basic musculoskeletal assessments, and health education tailored specifically to the elderly population. Patients underwent BMD testing as vital step in assessing their bone strength and to ensure early detection of osteoporosis.

The Home For Aged & Infirm, Ambphalla, Jammu was represented by Shri. ID Soni, President; Dr. Dinesh Gupta, Secretary;
Shri. RC Vaid & Shri. SatPal Sharma, Committee Members and Sr. Rajinder Singh, Life Member of the Home . The visit was conducted under the leadership of Prof. Dr. Rajesh K. Gupta, Head, Department of Orthopaedics and Ex-President, J&K Orthopaedic Association, accompanied by Dr. Sumeet Singh Charak, Dr. Anitipal Singh , Dr. Abhishek Bral, and Dr. Saqib Shafi. The doctors interacted extensively with the residents, offering valuable guidance on maintaining bone health, fall prevention, and appropriate physical activity for geriatric individuals.

This compassionate outreach exemplifies ASCOMS’ commitment to holistic and inclusive care, going beyond hospital walls to reach the most vulnerable members of society. The event concluded with heartfelt interactions between the medical team and the residents, reaffirming the institution’s dedication to elder care with dignity, empathy, and clinical excellence. The camp was organised under the patronage of worthy President of ASCOMS & Hospital His Holiness, Swami Prem Vivekanand ji

07/08/2025

Results of Paramedical courses to be declared soon

Controller examination Jammu and Kashmir Nursing council and erstwhile Paramedical council Prof(Dr) A S Bhatia has said that in view of the advertisement issued by Jammu and Kashmir Service Selection Board (JKSSB) vide Advertisement Notification number 07 of 2025 dated 29/07/2025 where by a total of 621 posts has been advertised in different category including Female Multipurpose Health Worker (FMPHW), Male Multipurpose Health Worker (MMPHW), General Nursing Midwifery (GNM), Junior Pharmacist, Junior Dental Technician, Junior Laboratory Technician, Junior Ophthalmic Technician, Junior Staff Nurse, Junior Theatre Technician, Junior X-Ray Technician, Medical Assistant, Sanitary Inspector, the result of all these courses will be declared within two weeks. It is pertinent to mention that the Practical Examination of different paramedical courses have concluded only on 4th of August 2025.
Dr Bhatia said in order to make all these students eligible to apply for these posts, the staff of J&K Nursing Council will work around the clock and will make it sure that are result of all these candidates are released soon, so that these candidates also become eligible to appear in the examination to be conducted by Jammu and Kashmir Service Selection Board (JKSSB) The last date for the submission of form is 03/09/2025.
The statement issued by the J&K Nursing Council has brought relief to more than 7000 students of different paramedical courses. The step taken by J&K Nursing Council has been appreciated by the society in general and students in particular.

07/08/2025

Today on 7.8 2025 Deputy Director Schemes Dr Poonam Sethi ,Assistant Director Schemes Dr Ila Gupta and STO Jammu Dr Jyoti Jolly visited DTC Jammu in connection with Distribution of Nutrition Food baskets to TB patient under PMTBMBA .Dr Poonam Sethi and Dr Ila Gupta adopted 6 tb patients each Total 12 patients

07/08/2025

*Jammu and Kashmir Medicinal plants board and Directorate of Ayush J&K in collaboration with District Administration Udhampur organised a one day District Level Seminar on "promoting conservation, cultivation of medicinal plants and developing enterpreneurship in medicinal plants sector in the UT of Jammu and Kashmir".*

*Today's program was organised under the supervision of District Ayush Officer Udhampur Dr Surekha Pandita. Worthy ADC Udhampur Sh. PREM Singh (JKAS) was the chief guest in today's program.*

*A key note lecture was given by Mr. Wahid ul Hasan Technical officer JK SMPB. Others who addressed the audience included Principal Govt. Degree College Boys, Udhampur Dr Sanjay Verma, District Horticulture Officer Udhampur Sh Bharat Bhushan, District Ayush Officer, Udhampur Dr Surekha Pandita.*

*Key issues in Medicinal Plants sector like cultivation of medicinal plants, conservation , value addition in the raw materials and building enterpreneurship among youths were discussed during the event.*

*Participants in today's event include farmers ,students of Botany and BBA from Government Degree college Boys Udhampur and officials of Department of Ayush District Udhampur.*

*Subject experts from various organisations like KVK, SKAUST Jammu, Research Fellow , CCRAS, HOD Botany and others were felicitated in the event for imparting lectured .*

VOTE OF THANKS ON BEHALF OF DIRECTORATE OF AYUSH IS DELIVERED BY DR RAJESH GUPTA .

06/08/2025

No Recruitment Rules For Non Gazetted employees of Medical College in Jammu Kashmir

06/08/2025

Non Gazetted Staff, Govt. Medical College, Kathua

Today the Non-Gazetted Employees of Government Medical College (GMC), Kathua
observed a Non-Cooperation Day to express strong resentment over the prolonged and
unjustified delay in the finalization of Recruitment Rules for Subordinate Services of the
newly established Government Medical Colleges in the Union Territory of Jammu and
Kashmir.
As part of today’s observance, the employees organized a peaceful protest march
from the Emergency Block of the Associated Hospital to the Administrative Block of GMC
Kathua, bringing attention to their long-pending and unresolved demands.
It is pertinent to mention that posts for Non-Gazetted staff were sanctioned in 2017,
vide Government Order No. 575-HME of 2017 dated 23.10.2017, and were subsequently
advertised by JKSSB in February 2019. However, upon joining, it became evident that the
recruitment had been carried out based on one-time recruitment rules, with no structured
service framework or provision for career progression.
Further adding to the grievance, a clear disparity in pay levels was observed when
compared with equivalent posts in GMC Jammu and GMC Srinagar, where similar positions
are placed in higher pay scales than those in GMC Kathua.
Despite submitting repeated representations to the Health & Medical Education
Department, Civil Secretariat Jammu/Srinagar—first in 2019 and regularly thereafter—no
concrete action has been taken. Though multiple committees were formed and reconstituted
over time, the recruitment rules remain unfinalized even after six years.
In pursuit of justice, the employees have also engaged with local representatives,
Members of Parliament, and concerned officials. Yet, their genuine concerns continue to be
neglected, severely affecting morale and motivation across the workforce.
With no viable alternative, the Non-Gazetted Employees have been compelled to take their
demands to the public domain through the media, urging immediate attention. We strongly
appeal to the administration to finalize and notify the draft Recruitment Rules within one
month.
Failing that, we will be left with no option but to intensify our peaceful and
constitutional agitation until our legitimate demands are fulfilled.
We earnestly appeal to the Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor, the Hon’ble Minister of
Health and Medical Education, and the Secretary, Health & Medical Education Department
to take urgent cognizance of this long-standing issue and bring it to a logical and fair
conclusion without further delay.

06/08/2025

INFORMATION RELEASE

*Health Department Intensifies 100-Day TB Campaign to Ensure Maximum Coverage*

DODA, August 6, 2025:

Under the 100-Day TB Campaign, the Health Department in District Doda has intensified its efforts to reach every citizen and ensure comprehensive coverage. The campaign is being conducted under the guidance of Deputy Commissioner Doda, Sh. Harvinder Singh (IAS), Chief Medical Officer Doda, Dr. Om Kumar, Dy. CMO Doda Dr S L Manhas, and District Health Officer Doda Dr Raj Kumar Sharma, with the supportive supervision of all Block Medical Officers.

As part of this intensified drive, health teams are organizing special sessions across the district. These sessions include sputum sample collection for early detection of tuberculosis and awareness activities to sensitize the public about TB prevention, symptoms, and treatment options. Door-to-door visits are also being carried out to identify presumptive TB cases and refer them for timely treatment.

The officials emphasized that early detection and adherence to treatment are key to eliminating TB. The department has appealed to the general public to cooperate with health teams and come forward for screening if they experience symptoms such as a persistent cough lasting more than two weeks, unexplained weight loss, or fever.

The Health Department reiterated its commitment to achieving the national goal of a TB-free India by 2025 under the slogan “TB Harega, Desh Jeetega".

*-MEDIA DESK*
Deptt. Of Health & FW
DODA

06/08/2025

On the occasion of National Vascular Day, Swami Vivekananda Medical Mission Charitable Hospital (SVMMCH), Ambphalla, Jammu, reaffirmed its steadfast commitment to community health by organizing a dedicated and insightful awareness session on vascular wellness. The program aimed to educate and sensitize the community about early detection, prevention, and treatment of vascular diseases, aligning with the hospital’s ethos: “Nar Sewa Narayan Sewa”—service to humanity is service to the divine.

The event witnessed the active participation of the hospital’s core team, including consultants, resident doctors, nurses, paramedics, and administrative staff. Esteemed members of the Hospital Management Committee graced the occasion, including Sh. Amar Chand Gupta (Senior Vice President), Sh. B.B. Gupta (General Secretary), Sh. B.S. Jamwal (Secretary), Sh. Mohan Singh Chouhan (Treasurer), and Dr. Sachin Gupta (Member). Senior consultants Dr. Uttam Sharma, Dr. Rakesh Gupta, Dr. Rajesh Gandotra, Dr. Pankaj Gupta, Dr. Deepak Sharma, Dr. Suruchi Gupta, Dr. S.L. Fotra, Dr. Rishab Sharma, Dr. Akriti Mahajan, and S. Iqbal Deep Singh (Manager) were also present.

The program was further enriched by the presence of distinguished guests from the medical fraternity, including Dr. Gurjeet Singh (Ex-Professor & HOD, Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery, GMC Jammu), Dr. Mohan Lal (Ex-Professor & HOD, Cardiology, GMC Jammu), Dr. Sabita Yograj (Professor & Dean (Academics), SMVDIME, Kakryal Katra) Dr.Rahul Gupta HOD (CD & Pulmonologist) CD Hospital Jammu.

A key highlight of the session was a comprehensive and enlightening keynote address delivered by Dr. Arvind Kohli, Medical Director SVMM and Senior Cardiovascular Surgeon. His lecture, titled “Understanding Cardiovascular and Vascular Diseases: Early Detection and Prevention,” focused in depth on varicose veins, peripheral arterial disease, aneurysms, venous insufficiency, and other chronic vascular conditions. He emphasized the importance of identifying modifiable risk factors such as diabetes, hypertension, smoking, obesity, and physical inactivity.

Dr. Kohli provided a detailed overview of advanced treatment options for varicose veins, especially minimally invasive procedures now available at SVMM Hospital, underscoring the institution’s capacity for both clinical excellence and compassionate care. He urged individuals with symptoms of venous disorders—such as leg pain, swelling, or visible varicose veins—to seek timely consultation.

Dr. Gurjeet Singh appreciated the hospital’s initiative, stating that vascular diseases are often silent yet potentially life-threatening, and awareness is the first step toward prevention. He lauded SVMM’s efforts in creating an open platform for health education, and called the hospital “a shining example of service-driven, patient-focused care that goes beyond treatment to true community impact.”

Dr. Mohan Lal also expressed his admiration, emphasizing that vascular conditions are on the rise due to changing lifestyles, and early detection through such community initiatives is vital. He commended the hospital’s team for their unified and dedicated efforts, and said that SVMM's work sets a commendable benchmark for other institutions.

During the concluding segment, a heartiest vote of thanks was delivered by Senior Vice President Sh. Amar Chand Gupta, who expressed deep appreciation for the guests, staff, and speakers who made the day a success.

Dr. Romesh Gupta, Administrator SVMM, reaffirmed the hospital’s ongoing mission to heal with humility, serve with sincerity, and uplift through education. He emphasized that SVMM Hospital will continue to champion preventive health through such impactful awareness programs.

B.B GUPTA

General Secretary

06/08/2025

AIIMS Jammu Salutes Indian Army’s Bravery in Operation Sindoor with Meaningful Tribute

AIIMS Jammu had the honour of hosting Brigadier Aniket Deo, a decorated officer of the Indian Army, for an insightful and inspiring session on ‘Operation Sindoor’—a landmark military mission marked by extraordinary courage, precision, and sacrifice.
The lecture drew a large gathering of faculty members, nursing officers, staff, and students, who listened with deep respect as Brigadier Deo offered a detailed first-hand account of the operation. He shed light on the strategic complexities, ground realities, and the indomitable spirit displayed by the soldiers in the face of grave danger. His presentation not only informed but stirred profound admiration among the audience for the Indian Army’s valour and commitment.

Following the address, Prof. (Dr.) Shakti Kumar Gupta, Executive Director & CEO, AIIMS Jammu, felicitated Brigadier Deo for his leadership and lauded the Indian Army for their valor and service. He stated, “Operation Sindoor was not just a military response—it was a call for united national effort. AIIMS Jammu stood ready, as always, to serve with strength, solidarity, and speed.”
Demonstrating this commitment, AIIMS Jammu significantly scaled up its emergency preparedness in response to the evolving situation during op sindoor. The institute swiftly enhanced its hospital capacity from 250 to 400 beds, with 150 beds dedicated to operational casualties. Elective surgeries were temporarily suspended to prioritize trauma care, while six operation theatres remained fully functional around the clock.
As part of its proactive preparedness efforts, specialized training sessions were conducted in BHISHM Cube deployment and emergency response protocols. These sessions were attended by medical and security personnel from GMC Jammu, district hospitals, and Community Health Centres (CHCs) across the region, ensuring a well-integrated and responsive healthcare support system.
In a remarkable gesture of solidarity and respect, a cheque of ₹1,21,000 was presented to the Chairperson, Army Welfare Organisation. The amount, voluntarily contributed by the Nursing officers of AIIMS Jammu, was handed over by Dr. Rimple Sharma, Principal College of Nursing, AIIMS Jammu.
This event reflects AIIMS Jammu’s unwavering dedication to nurturing a sense of patriotism, and national service among healthcare professionals. Through such meaningful engagements, AIIMS Jammu not only contributes to nation-building but also reaffirms its commitment to standing shoulder-to-shoulder with India’s protectors.

06/08/2025

Under the able guidance of the Worthy Director of Health Services Jammu, Dr. Abdul Hamid Zargar, and under the supervision of Chief Medical Officer Samba, Dr. Vidhi Bhatial, and Block Medical Officer Ramgarh, Dr. Lakhwinder Singh, a Tuberculosis Awareness Camp was organised at Government Emergency Hospital Vijaypur. The camp was held under the directions of I/C Medical Officer, Dr. Vijay Thappa.

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