Karimnagar: Telangana’s IT and Industries Minister, D Sridhar Babu, has promised strong support from the State government to the medical community. He made this assurance during the 11th anniversary celebration of TANACON-2025, hosted by the Telangana Hospitals and Nursing Homes Association on Sunday in Karimnagar.
Speaking at the event, Sridhar Babu said that the government recognizes the critical role of doctors in saving lives. He called them the frontline warriors who serve the public every day with dedication.
The minister pledged to address the challenges faced by private hospitals and nursing homes across the state. He plans to hold talks with the Health Minister to amend the existing Hospitals Establishment Act. He also announced plans to set up a Medical Policy Corporation to improve healthcare-related decision-making.
Highlighting the Congress government's commitment to healthcare, he noted that funding for the Rajiv Arogya Sri scheme has been increased. This program, originally launched under former Chief Minister YS Rajasekhar Reddy, offers free medical treatment to the poor. He also reminded attendees that the Clinical Establishment Act was introduced during that time to regulate hospital standards.
Sridhar Babu pointed out that 14 doctors have been elected as MLAs in Telangana. He said these elected representatives are actively working to promote the interests of healthcare professionals. A special meeting will soon be held to discuss and resolve issues faced by the private medical sector.
He also invited doctors to take part in the upcoming Kaleshwaram Saraswati Pushkaram at Manthani, urging them to contribute to the spiritual and cultural event.
The event was attended by several key leaders, including Dharmapuri MLA and Government Whip Adluri Laxman Kumar, Jagitial MLA Dr Sanjay Kumar, Manakondur MLA Dr Kavvam Pelli Satyanarayana, Korutla MLA Dr K Sanjay Kumar, Dr Palvai Harish Kumar, and SUDA Chairman Komatireddy Narender Reddy.
During the program, TANACON members honored Minister Sridhar Babu for his support. TANACON Chairman Dr Elagandula Srinivas, Telangana State President-elect Dr Arun Katari, and IMA President E Naresh were also present at the celebration.
