Sher i Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences

27/03/2026

Attention All Concerned:

26/03/2026

SKIMS Organizes Awareness & Screening Activities on World Tuberculosis Day

On the occasion of World Tuberculosis Day, the Department of General Medicine, Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences (SKIMS), organized a comprehensive screening-cum-awareness camp at the Health and Wellness Centre, Sangeen Darwaza. The programme was conducted in collaboration with the Department of Community Medicine and the Zonal Medical Officer, Zadibal.
The initiative aimed at facilitating early detection of tuberculosis while simultaneously enhancing awareness among the general public regarding its signs, symptoms, prevention, and timely management.
Clinical consultation services were provided by Dr. Farhana, Associate Professor, and Dr. Nazia, Assistant Professor, Department of General Medicine, along with senior residents. Individuals identified as high-risk based on clinical evaluation were advised further diagnostic investigations, including chest radiography, which was arranged as part of the camp.
In addition to tuberculosis screening, all beneficiaries underwent basic health assessments, including blood pressure measurement, blood glucose testing, and anthropometric evaluation (height and weight). These services were efficiently carried out by resident doctors from the Department of Community Medicine, ensuring a holistic approach to patient care and community health promotion.
Health education sessions were also conducted to raise awareness about the signs and symptoms of tuberculosis, its modes of transmission, preventive strategies, and the importance of early diagnosis and treatment adherence. The sessions were delivered by Dr. Javaid, Additional Professor, and Dr. Shamila, Associate Professor, Department of Community Medicine, who emphasized the public health significance of tuberculosis and the critical role of community participation in its control.
Additionally, a capacity-building session for healthcare staff was conducted by Dr. Andleeb, Medical Officer–TB Control, focusing on tuberculosis management protocols, patient counselling, and strengthening TB control services at the primary healthcare level.
A total of 70 beneficiaries attended the camp and availed the services provided. The programme was successful in enhancing community awareness, promoting early screening, and strengthening healthcare capacity for tuberculosis control.

20/03/2026

Eid Mubarak:

18/03/2026

18/03/2026

PRESS RELEASE:

Director SKIMS Commissions Advanced Diagnostic Facilities to Strengthen Precision Healthcare

Srinagar, March 18: In a significant step towards strengthening advanced diagnostics and clinical care, the Director Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences (SKIMS) and EOSG, Prof. M. Ashraf Ganie, today commissioned a series of high-end medical equipment and advanced diagnostic facilities at the institute.
The newly introduced facilities are aimed at enhancing precision diagnostics, improving clinical decision-making, and enabling clinicians to provide timely and optimal treatment to patients.
Among the key initiatives is the installation of high-resolution ultrasound (USG) machines in individual wards, which will provide doorstep diagnostic services for admitted patients. The facility will allow clinicians to conduct bedside evaluations and make faster clinical assessments, thereby improving patient management and treatment outcomes.
In another major advancement, the Department of Pathology at SKIMS has operationalized an advanced Immunohistochemistry (IHC) panel comprising 174 markers, significantly strengthening the institute’s cancer diagnostics and precision pathology services. The facility will enable more accurate tumour classification and support personalized treatment strategies for cancer patients.
Further augmenting diagnostic capabilities, state-of-the-art machine( Automated Mycobacterial Detection ) have also been installed in the Department of Microbiology to facilitate rapid and precise identification of infectious diseases and antimicrobial resistance patterns, thereby improving infection diagnosis and patient care.
Speaking on the occasion, Prof. M. Ashraf Ganie said that the commissioning of these advanced facilities reflects SKIMS’ continued commitment to upgrading healthcare infrastructure and delivering cutting-edge medical services to patients across Jammu & Kashmir and neighbouring regions.

Newly Commissioned Facilities
🔹 High-Resolution Ultrasound (USG) Machines in Wards – enabling bedside diagnostic services and faster clinical decision-making.
🔹 Advanced Immunohistochemistry (IHC) Panel with 174 Markers – strengthening precision cancer diagnostics and pathology services.
🔹 State-of-the-Art Machines in Microbiology – enabling rapid detection of infectious diseases and antimicrobial resistance patterns.
🔹 Digital X-Ray Systems – enhancing radiology services with faster imaging and improved diagnostic accuracy.
🔹 Modernisation of Emergency Operation Theatre (OT) with advanced equipment to strengthen emergency surgical care.
🔹 New Bed-Cum-Trolleys for SKIMS Emergency – improving patient mobility and emergency handling efficiency.
🔹 State-of-the-Art Hospital Furniture – enhancing patient comfort and clinical infrastructure.
🔹 Advanced Public Address System – improving hospital-wide communication and coordination.
🔹 Advanced Photocopiers and Document Management Systems – strengthening administrative efficiency and record management.
The initiative marks another milestone in SKIMS’ ongoing efforts to strengthen advanced medical care, research, and patient-centered healthcare services in the region.

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16/03/2026

16/03/2026

Press Release

Advanced immunohistochemistry panel of 174 markers started at SKIMS to improve cancer diagnostics and precision Pathology services

In a significant advancement in diagnostic pathology, the Department of Pathology at Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences (SKIMS) inaugurated an extensive panel of 174 Immunohistochemistry (IHC) markers, marking a major step in strengthening advanced cancer diagnostics and precision pathology services at the institute.
The facility was formally inaugurated by the Prof. M. Ashraf Ganie Director, SKIMS and Ex-Officio Secretary to Government, in the Immunohistochemistry Laboratory of the Department of Pathology. The event was attended by faculty members, residents, and technical staff of the Department of Pathology, along with faculty from related departments including Medical Oncology, Surgical Oncology, Radiation Oncology, General Surgery, and Clinical Hematology.
The introduction of this comprehensive IHC panel significantly enhances the institute’s diagnostic capabilities. With the availability of a wide range of tumor- and disease-specific markers, clinicians and pathologists will now be able to achieve greater diagnostic accuracy, improved tumor classification, prognostication, and better-informed therapeutic decision-making for a variety of malignancies and other complex diseases.
Prof . M . Ashraf Ganie congratulated the Department of Pathology for establishing such an extensive diagnostic panel and emphasized that the initiative would greatly strengthen the institute’s capacity to deliver state-of-the-art diagnostic services to patients across Jammu & Kashmir and neighboring regions. He noted that the availability of advanced
immunohistochemical testing within the institute would significantly reduce the need for patients to send samples outside the region, thereby saving both time and cost while facilitating timely initiation of treatment.
The Director also stressed the importance of inter-departmental collaboration in improving diagnostic efficiency, particularly in the management of cancer cases, where timely and accurate pathological diagnosis plays a critical role in patient care.
Head of the Department of Pathology, Dr. Syed Besina, stated that the expanded IHC panel includes markers essential for the diagnosis and subtyping of hematolymphoid, epithelial, mesenchymal, and neuroendocrine tumors, along with several prognostic and predictive markers increasingly required in modern oncology practice. He further added that the facility will also strengthen academic research and postgraduate training, providing valuable learning opportunities for residents and researchers in the field of pathology.
The Department of Pathology acknowledged the continued support of the SKIMS administration in strengthening laboratory infrastructure and reaffirmed its commitment to advancing diagnostic excellence, research, and patient care.
The inauguration of this extensive IHC panel marks another important step in the ongoing efforts of SKIMS to provide high-quality, cutting-edge healthcare and diagnostic services to the people of the region.
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14/03/2026

Director SKIMS Launches Vay Vandhana Card Generation Camp at SKIMS OPD

Srinagar, March 14: Director SKIMS/EOSG Prof. M. Ashraf Ganie today launched a Vay Vandhana Card Generation Camp at the SKIMS OPD complex aimed at facilitating senior citizens aged 70 years and above.

The initiative is part of Government-backed health insurance scheme under which elderly citizens are provided free treatment coverage with a top-up benefit of up to ₹5 lakh per year through the Ayushman Bharat scheme, irrespective of their socioeconomic status.
The camp has been established to ensure that eligible senior citizens visiting SKIMS can conveniently generate their Vay Vandhana Cards, enabling them to avail the benefits of the scheme for medical treatment.
Speaking on the occasion, Director SKIMS emphasized the importance of extending healthcare security to the elderly population and stated that the initiative reflects the institution’s commitment to improving access to healthcare and social protection for senior citizens.
Senior citizens above 70 years of age attending SKIMS OPD will benefit from the on-site card generation facility, making it easier for them to enroll and access the scheme.
Medical Superintendent SKIMS, Dr. Farooq Jan, and Administrative Incharge OPD, Dr. Haroon, were also present on the occasion along with other officers.

02/03/2026

NOTICE

It is hereby notified for the information of all concerned students of the B.Sc. Technology 3rd Year Examination, Session: February-March, 2026, scheduled to be held on 02 March 2026 at the Genetic Centre, SKIMS, that the said examination stands postponed in view of the prevailing situation.

The revised date for the conduct of the examination shall be notified separately in due course.

All students are advised to remain in contact with the Examination Section for further updates.

22/02/2026

SKIMS today conducted an emergency preparedness dry run for Gulmarg 2026. Director / EOSG Prof. M Ashraf Ganie reviewed the arrangements along with IAS officer Minga Sherpa.
Helipad readiness, emergency landing, activation of Emergency, EOT & ICU, and deployment of critical care ambulance were successfully tested under the Disaster Management plan.
The exercise demonstrated coordinated response and fast-tracking of critically ill patients, reaffirming SKIMS’ preparedness for major national events.

Omar Abdullah
Office of LG, J&K
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India
Greater Kashmir
Kashmir Observer
Kashmir Life

21/02/2026

Director SKIMS Reviews Emergency Preparedness Dry Run Along with IAS Officer Minga Sherpa for Khelo India Winter Games – Gulmarg 2026

February 21, 2026:
Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences (SKIMS) today conducted and reviewed a comprehensive emergency preparedness dry run in connection with the upcoming Khelo India Winter Games – Gulmarg 2026. The exercise was aimed at assessing institutional readiness, response mechanisms, and coordinated disaster management protocols to ensure prompt medical care during any emergency situation.
The preparedness arrangements were reviewed on-site by Director SKIMS/ EOSG Prof. M. Ashraf Ganie along with visiting IAS officer Mr. Minga Sherpa.
As part of the drill, the SKIMS helipad was kept in a state of operational readiness and an emergency helicopter landing was successfully carried out. The mock exercise simulated evacuation and rapid transfer of critically ill patients under the Disaster Management Plan.
The hospital’s Emergency Department, Emergency Operation Theatre, and Intensive Care Unit were activated and maintained on standby to evaluate response time, inter-departmental coordination, and critical care preparedness. A fully equipped critical care ambulance was also put into service for immediate patient transport and stabilization.
Medical Superintendent Prof. Farooq Jan, Coordinator Emergency Medicine Dr. Samina M***i, SHO Police Station Soura, along with teams of doctors, nurses, technicians, and paramedical staff, also participated in the exercise.
On the occasion, IAS officer Mr. Minga Sherpa appreciated the preparedness of SKIMS, particularly the readiness of the helipad and the efficient fast-tracking of critically ill patients under the Disaster Management plan.
The successful conduct of the drill reaffirmed SKIMS’ capability to respond effectively to medical emergencies and its commitment to ensuring high-level healthcare preparedness during major national sporting events.

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07/02/2026

Condolence Meeting Held at SKIMS:

The Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences (SKIMS) fraternity deeply mourned the sad demise of the father of Dr. Khalid Sofi, Additional Professor, Department of Anaesthesiology, and the sudden and untimely passing of Mr. Abhishek Dogra, Final Year MBBS student of its Medical College (Jhelum Valley Bemina)
A condolence meeting was held at SKIMS in the presence of Director SKIMS, Prof. M. Ashraf Ganie, along with faculty members, senior administrative officers, students and staff.
The gathering observed a moment of silence and offered prayers for eternal peace to the departed souls. Members of the fraternity prayed for strength, courage and patience for the bereaved families to bear this irreparable loss.
The SKIMS fraternity expressed heartfelt sympathies and solidarity with the grieving families and affirmed that the institution stands with them in this hour of sorrow.

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