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Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren personally handed over appointment letters to 160 newly recruited medical professionals. He emphasized that medicine is a service to society, not just a profession. The CM urged the doctors to treat their roles with compassion, especially for the poor and vulnerable. This recruitment drive is a key part of the government's plan to strengthen the state's public health system.

Key Points: Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren Appoints 160 Doctors to Boost Healthcare

  • Hemant Soren described the recruitment as a major step to strengthen state healthcare infrastructure
  • He urged new doctors to show compassion so benefits directly reach patients
  • The CM directed the Health Department to institutionalize performance assessment and awards
  • Soren highlighted successful Covid-19 management through health workers' tireless efforts
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Jharkhand CM hands over appointment letters to 160 newly appointed doctors, medical teachers

CM Hemant Soren hands appointment letters to 160 medical officers and professors, calling medicine a service to society and emphasizing empathy in patient care.

"The poor, vulnerable, and helpless people have great expectations from you. - CM Hemant Soren"

Ranchi, Sep 25

Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren on Thursday handed over appointment letters to 160 newly recruited assistant professors, dentists, and medical officers for the state’s medical colleges and hospitals.

Speaking at a ceremony at the Jharkhand Secretariat, the Chief Minister described the recruitment drive as a significant step towards strengthening the state’s healthcare infrastructure.

Medicine is not merely a profession but a service to society, he said on the occasion.

Addressing the new appointees, CM Soren said: "The poor, vulnerable, and helpless people have great expectations from you. Your compassion should be visible on the ground so that the benefits of your service directly reach the patients."

He added that while resources may be limited, empathy and humane conduct go a long way in improving patient care.

Highlighting the evolving challenges in the health sector, Soren stressed the vital role doctors play in tackling them.

“Our government has established a system to improve health services with the cooperation of doctors and medical officers,” he said.

Recalling the Covid-19 pandemic, the Chief Minister said Jharkhand successfully dealt with the crisis through effective management and the tireless efforts of health workers.

CM Soren also pointed out that many modern health challenges stem from lifestyle-related issues, urging society to work collectively in finding solutions.

To boost morale and accountability, Soren directed the Health Department to institutionalise performance assessment of doctors and introduce a system of recognition and awards for exemplary service.

The event was attended by Health Minister Dr Irfan Ansari, Additional Chief Secretary to the Chief Minister Avinash Kumar, Additional Chief Secretary, Health, Ajay Kumar Singh, NHM Campaign Director Shashi Prakash Jha, JMHIDP MD Abu Imran, and Special Secretary, Health, Dr Neha Arora, among others.

- IANS

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Rohit P
Finally some positive development! But the real test will be whether these doctors actually serve in remote areas or just stay in cities. The government should ensure proper posting and facilities.
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Avinash K
CM Soren is right - medicine is indeed a service. During COVID, we saw how crucial our healthcare workers are. Hope these new doctors carry forward that legacy of service.
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Sarah B
The performance assessment system is a good move. Accountability is important in healthcare. But hope it doesn't become just another bureaucratic hurdle for doctors.
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Karthik V
160 doctors is a good start, but Jharkhand needs many more. The doctor-patient ratio is still very poor. Hope this recruitment drive continues regularly.
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Neha E
As someone from Jharkhand, I appreciate this step. But along with appointments, the government should also focus on improving hospital infrastructure and equipment. Both are equally important! 👍

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