Two Community Health Centres (CHCs) in Khammam district will be transformed into Government Area Hospitals. This is part of the Telangana government’s efforts to improve medical and health facilities in the state. The funds have been approved for the conversion of the 30-bed CHCs in Aswaraopet and Thirumalayapalem into Area Hospitals with a 100-bed capacity.
Separate government orders totaling Rs 37.50 crore for the Aswaraopet Area Hospital and Rs 26 crore for the Thirumalayapalem Area Hospital have been issued. This money will be used for purchasing equipment and construction projects.
Dr Ravi Babu, the District Coordinator of Hospital Services, announced that the Area Hospitals will hire specialty doctors, nurses, chemists, and lab technicians. The upgrading of the CHCs will allow for better healthcare services with specialized physicians and advanced medical technology.
The administration has also proposed expanding the Sathupalli and Madhira Area Hospitals in Khammam district to 100 beds. An order has been issued authorizing additional posts for both hospitals.
Local politicians have praised the Chief Minister and Health Minister for their efforts in improving healthcare facilities in their communities.