Nagarkurnool: On Thursday, local MLA Dr. Kuchukulla Rajesh Reddy made an unannounced visit to the Primary Health Centre at Telkapally Mandal. He found the center lacking medical staff.
Residents had complained about the absence of medical services during the night. Dr. Reddy checked the attendance logs and questioned how many nurses and doctors were on duty. He also looked into which doctors were assigned to the Government Hospital in Nagarkurnool.
He discovered that only one nurse was available at night. He promptly contacted the District Medical and Health Officer (DMHO), insisting on the immediate deployment of more staff.
Dr. Reddy stressed that the hospital, situated on the Srisailam highway, should offer 24/7 medical services. He highlighted the government’s strong efforts to enhance public healthcare and warned that staff negligence would not be accepted.
He assured his dedication to maintaining proper public health services and promised to ensure the availability of essential medical personnel.
Joining him during this inspection were Market Committee Chairman Ramana Rao, Vice Chairman Jangaiah, Youth Congress President Vinod, former MPP Banda Parvathalu, and other local leaders from Telkapally Mandal.