Delhi: LNJP, Pt Madan Mohan Malaviya Hospital receive NQAS certification
New Delhi, May 25
Delhi's public healthcare system has achieved a major milestone with two leading government hospitals in the national capital, Lok Nayak Jai Prakash Hospital and Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya Hospital, receiving the prestigious 'Quality Certified' recognition under the National Quality Assurance Standards framework of the Government of India.
According to an official statement, Lok Nayak Jai Prakash (LNJP) Hospital secured an impressive score of 95.89 per cent in the national quality assessment process, while Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya Hospital scored 96.72 per cent.
The certification was awarded on the basis of excellence demonstrated in several key healthcare areas, including OPD services, ICU facilities, blood bank, labour room, radiology, laboratory services, emergency care, maternal healthcare and various other clinical and support departments.
The Delhi government described the recognition as a significant step towards strengthening the public healthcare system in the capital. The statement said continuous efforts are being made under the leadership of Chief Minister Rekha Gupta to improve quality standards, infrastructure and patient experience across healthcare institutions in the national capital.
Speaking on the occasion, Health Minister Dr Pankaj Kumar Singh said the government believes in delivering work rather than making hollow promises. He said Delhi's healthcare system had suffered over the years due to a lack of vision, accountability and meaningful reforms.
He said, "Special emphasis is being laid on cleanliness and hygiene in all Delhi government hospitals under the 'Kayakalp' initiative. In the coming days, 14 MRI machines and more than 25 ultrasound machines will be installed in government hospitals to ensure advanced healthcare services and reduce the inconvenience faced by patients".
The Health Minister said, "Delhi government hospitals are steadily moving towards global standards in healthcare delivery, including improved cleanliness, stronger medical infrastructure and better access to diagnostic services".
He said the NQAS certification reflects the government's commitment to building a strong, citizen-centric healthcare system where every citizen can receive quality treatment with dignity and trust.
According to the statement, the achievement further strengthens the government's vision of a "Healthy Delhi, Empowered Delhi" and will help make world-class healthcare facilities more accessible within the public healthcare system.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Finally some real work happening in Delhi's health sector! I've seen LNJP's emergency care improve a lot, but still remember the horror stories from a few years back. Hope the Kayakalp initiative brings lasting change.
Impressive scores, but let's see the sustainability over time. Certifications are one thing; maintaining quality service for the lakhs of patients who visit these hospitals daily is another challenge entirely. Good first step though.
The Kayakalp initiative sounds promising. Cleanliness is a huge issue in government hospitals; my aunt had to take her own bedsheet to GTB last year. Also, 14 new MRI machines will be a game-changer. Well done, govt! 👏
Good to see recognition for govt hospitals. But health minister's comment about 'hollow promises' - hope that's not aimed at previous governments. We need cooperation, not politics, for better healthcare. Still, this certification is a positive step. 🙏
I'm genuinely impressed. 95% and 96% scores are no joke. Having lived in Delhi, I know the challenge of navigating these hospitals. If they've genuinely improved cleanliness and diagnostics, it's a win for the common citizen. Let's hope it spreads to other Delhi hospitals too.
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