MARGAO
Speaking to the media after launching a state-of-the-art ambulance with cardiac facilities, the Minister said people of Fatorda have sacrificed land for the hospital project, adding that they should benefit by way of employment in the project. "There's a common minimum programme in place and we will ensure that the interests of the land losers are well protected by way of employment," he said.
The ambulance was launched by the Minister in the presence of Hospicio Medical Superintendent Dr Aira Almeida, newly-appointed Chairman of the Hospicio visiting committee Dr Venkatesh Hegde and others. Dr Aira said the ambulance will be attached to the Hospicio casualty. The TCP minster has asked the service provider to ensure that the ambulance driver hails from Margao or Fatorda for quick response in times of emergencies.
"The emergency services have not been up to the mark in the recent past, but now we have a new Health Minister who has put a place in place to restore the glory of the health services," Sardesai said.
While expressing concern over the rising accident rate in the State, the minister said the government has launched a 2-3 pronged strategy to minimise accidents and ensuring that two-wheeler riders use the head gear while riding.
