Raigad (PR):
Dr. Omprakash Shete, Chairperson of the Ayushman Bharat Mission Maharashtra Committee, began his statewide review tour from Gadchiroli and visited key hospitals in Navi Mumbai on April 23 to assess the delivery of free healthcare services under government schemes.
Dr. Shete visited MGM Hospital (Kamothe), Kriti Care (Kamothe), Asha Hospital (Kalamboli), Millennium Hospital (Ulwe), and Sri Sathya Sai Sanjeevani Children’s Hospital (Kharghar), where he conducted a direct assessment of the services provided under the Ayushman Bharat and Mahatma Phule Jan Arogya Yojana schemes.
Praising hospitals that demonstrated excellence in service delivery, Dr. Shete offered special commendation for their efforts. At the same time, he issued firm instructions for immediate corrective action against institutions where service quality was found lacking.
Dr. Shete was deeply moved by the spirit of service at Sri Sathya Sai Sanjeevani Children’s Hospital in Kharghar—the only pediatric hospital in Maharashtra providing entirely free treatment for children with heart conditions through its “No Bill Counter.” From accommodation to surgery, every service is offered free of charge to underprivileged children from across the country.
During the visit, Dr. Shete also interacted with nursing students, emphasizing the hospital’s motto “Only Hearts, No Bills” as not just a slogan, but a powerful symbol of humanity. He proudly highlighted the vital role such institutions play in advancing healthcare access across Maharashtra.
The visit was attended by Taluka Health Officer Dr. Aparna Pawar, Panvel Municipal Health Officer Dr. Manisha Chandak, District Coordinator Dr. Kshama Palpatkar, and other officials and staff.
🏗️ Complete MGNREGA Projects on Priority: Commissioner Dr. Bharat Bastewad
Raigad (PR), April 25:
Dr. Bharat Bastewad, Commissioner of MGNREGA (Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act), has directed district officials to complete ongoing MGNREGA projects on a priority basis, citing that both the central and state governments have ensured adequate funding for the scheme.
He was speaking during a review meeting held at the Revenue Hall of the District Collectorate.
Also present were Chief Executive Officer Neha Bhosale, Project Director Priyadarshani More, Deputy CEO (ZP) Rajendra Bhalerao, Deputy Collector Srikant Gaikwad, and officers from various government departments.
Dr. Bastewad emphasized that pending works from the previous financial year must be completed promptly to ensure that new project proposals are not delayed. He also directed officials to complete Aadhaar seeding for farmers at 100% coverage.
He revealed that a new software platform is being developed to ensure comprehensive monitoring of MGNREGA and related schemes, and will soon be made available to the district.
In addition, he urged officials to prioritize geo-tagging of projects and promote bamboo and fruit orchard cultivation. Pending infrastructure projects such as water conservation under Jal Jeevan Mission, mangrove embankments, and housing under rural housing schemes must also be completed without delay.
“We are committed to providing employment to every eligible individual who seeks work,” Dr. Bastewad affirmed.
