A day after Tripura Chief Minister and Health Minister Prof. Dr. Manik Saha conducted a surprise inspection of Govind Ballabh (GB) Hospital in Agartala, the hospital administration has initiated corrective measures to address the shortcomings identified during the visit.

Medical Superintendent Dr. Bidhan Goswami said the inspection highlighted several issues related to hospital infrastructure and patient care that require immediate attention. While the administration has been working continuously to improve healthcare services, he acknowledged that problems such as damaged furniture, inadequate maintenance, water leakage, non-functional wash basins, and incomplete painting work still persist.

Following the Chief Minister's visit, a review meeting was held with officials from the Public Works Department's Medical Division, including the Executive Engineer and Sub-Divisional Officer, along with the Principal and Vice-Principal of Agartala Government Medical College, the Deputy Medical Superintendent, Resident Medical Officer (RMO), Nursing Superintendent, heads of various departments, and other senior officials.

Dr. Goswami said a detailed list of the identified issues has been submitted to the Public Works Department, which has assured the hospital of prompt repair and maintenance work. Although continuous rainfall has delayed some activities, corrective measures have already begun.

To strengthen emergency healthcare services, the hospital has decided to revive the triage area at the Trauma Centre. The facility had been discontinued earlier due to shortages of nursing and medical officers. After reviewing the current situation, the administration has decided to restart the triage system to ensure quicker assessment and treatment of emergency patients.

The Medical Superintendent also said efforts are being made to reduce long queues for patients and their attendants. Seating arrangements and drinking water facilities have recently been provided for attendants. However, after receiving complaints that these amenities were not being used properly, Deputy Medical Superintendent Dr. Bishnu Goswami and RMO Dr. Bikash Debbarma have been directed to inspect the matter and take necessary action.

Addressing concerns over thefts within the hospital premises, Dr. Goswami said the lack of CCTV coverage in certain areas has created opportunities for miscreants. The hospital administration is coordinating with the police to strengthen security, while plainclothes security personnel have also been deployed. Over the past two months, nearly 10 suspected individuals have been detained and handed over to the police.

Dr. Goswami added that while the hospital's open campus makes complete surveillance challenging, security personnel have been instructed to maintain regular patrols and remain vigilant to ensure the safety of patients and their attendants.