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Jitendra Singh Lauds Sree Chitra Tirunal's Role in Indigenous Medical Device Innovation

Union Minister Jitendra Singh lauded Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology for its pioneering work in indigenous medical device development. He highlighted that the institute's unique focus on creating world-class, cost-effective devices sets it apart. Singh also announced the approval of nearly 800 new permanent faculty positions to nearly double the institute's working capacity. The minister noted that seven new medical device technologies will be transferred to industry this year.

Key Points: Jitendra Singh Lauds Sree Chitra Tirunal for Indigenous Medical Devices

  • Minister praises institute's focus on indigenous medical devices
  • Nearly 800 new faculty positions approved to double capacity
  • New PMSSY block to strengthen neurosurgery and cardiac sciences
  • 7 medical device technologies to be transferred to industry this year
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Jitendra Singh lauds of Sree Chitra Tirunal's contribution towards indigenous medical device development

Union Minister Jitendra Singh praises Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for developing world-class, cost-effective indigenous medical devices at its 42nd convocation.

"The unique focus of the institute is in the making of medical devices which are world-class, highly effective, and at the same time indigenous and cost-effective. - Jitendra Singh"

Thiruvananthapuram, May 16

Union Minister for Science and Technology and Earth Sciences Jitendra Singh, virtually addressed the annual convocation of the 42nd batch of Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology.

The institute is an Institution of National Importance and a statutory body under the Department of Science and Technology.

In his address, Jitendra Singh congratulated the graduating the students and the Institute on its Golden Jubilee celebrations.

He lauded the achievements of the institute and highlighted that approval for the appointment of nearly 800 permanent faculty members would nearly double its working capacity.

He also appreciated the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare for establishing the nine-floor Pradhan Mantri Swasthya Suraksha Yojana (PMSSY) block and the four-floor services block, stating that "the new facilities would strengthen the institute into one of the country's largest centres for neurosurgery and cardiac sciences."

The Union Minister congratulated the institute's doctors for treating more than 17,000 patients under the Pradhan Mantri Ayushman Bharat Yojana since 2020.

Referring to the foundation stone laid by Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the Malini Vasundhara Centre, he described it as a major advancement in precision-based, non-invasive treatment for neurological and oncological conditions.

Highlighting the institute's contribution to indigenous medical device development, Singh stated that "the unique focus of the institute is in the making of medical devices which are world-class, highly effective, and at the same time indigenous and cost-effective."

He also noted that several world-class and cost-effective technologies developed at the institute are transferred to industry every year, including the 7 technologies that will be transferred this year.

In her address, Union Health Secretary, Punya Salila Srivastava congratulated the graduating students for graduating from "a pioneering institution that has a unique character, where engineers and medical professionals work together to drive innovation in healthcare, develop new medical devices, and undertake cutting-edge research."

She conveyed her best wishes to the students for a bright and successful future and expressed confidence that they would make meaningful contributions to the advancement of healthcare and medical science in the years ahead.

- ANI

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Priya S
Great initiative, but I hope the benefits reach smaller towns too. Many district hospitals still lack basic equipment. Cost-effective devices are welcome, but distribution is key. Also, 800 new faculty – that's a bold move, hope the selection is merit-based.
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Rohit P
Amazing to see Indian institutes leading in neurosurgery and cardiac sciences! The Malini Vasundhara Centre for non-invasive treatment sounds revolutionary. Proud of our scientists and doctors working together! 💪
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Kavya N
The collaboration between engineers and medical professionals is what we need more of! 7 technologies transferred this year – that's real progress. Just hoping these devices become affordable for common citizens too.
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James A
Impressive! As someone working in healthcare abroad, I can say that India's progress in medical device development is commendable. Sree Chitra Tirunal sets a benchmark for other institutes to follow.
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Siddharth J
Good to see the government investing in such institutions. Treating 17,000 patients under Ayushman Bharat is no small feat. But we need more such centres across the country, not just in Kerala. Policy implementation needs to speed up in other states too.
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Meera T
So proud of our indigenous innovation! When we make our own medical devices, we save foreign

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