“I will inspect the building and later will discuss the matter with the health minister in Bengaluru,” says district minister Rizwan Arshad
Udupi: District minister Rizwan Arshad said he will convene a meeting on Nov 3 (Tuesday) on the delay in inaugurating the new district hospital, even as MLA Yashpal Suvarna warned of a protest.
This year, after holding consultations, we will decide how the awards should be implemented uniformly across the state and what procedures need to be followed,” he said. To prevent lobbying and external interference, the minister said clear criteria would be laid down for the selection process, including the constitution of selection committees. He would discuss the matter with Kannada and culture minister Shivaraj Tangadagi, he said. I will speak to minister Tangadagi about the matter,” he said.
Hence, a uniform policy across the state is needed. “I will discuss the matter with the Kannada and culture department. Selections should not be influenced by political considerations or other external pressures. “I am not aware of what transpired. I learned about it only after arriving here.
He responded to media queries about the new 250-bed, six-storey hospital, built at a cost of crores of rupees, that has not been inaugurated despite major civil works being completed in 2023. The inauguration date can be confirmed only after the meeting.
Arshad said he will discuss the issue with UT Health Minister Khader and decide on inaugurating the building. The health minister also hails from the coastal region, so he is well aware of the issues,” said the civil supplies minister. I will consult the health minister and senior officials of the health department, and we will inform everyone shortly,” he said. Responding to a query on the stalling of the Udupi District Rajyotsava Awards, the minister said only one or two districts hold the award ceremonies at the district level, while most others have stopped the practice.
“I will inspect the building and later will discuss the matter with the health minister in Bengaluru. I am also convening a meeting in Bengaluru with the deputy commissioner, senior district officials, and public representatives. We will discuss and reach a decision. “It would not be right to state anything here right now.