State Government Aims to Improve Maternal and Neonatal Healthcare Through 24×7 Secondary Medical Services
Haryana Health Minister Arti Singh Rao has announced that 100 health institutions across the state have been designated as First Referral Units (FRUs) under the National Health Mission (NHM) to strengthen secondary healthcare services and ensure timely treatment for patients.
The announcement was made on Thursday as part of the state government’s efforts to improve healthcare access, particularly in rural and remote areas, where patients often face difficulties receiving specialised medical care in emergencies.
District-Wise Distribution of FRUs
According to reports, the 100 FRUs have been distributed across multiple districts to ensure wider coverage.
Six FRUs each have been designated in Jhajjar, Karnal, and Jind districts. Five FRUs each will operate in Ambala, Faridabad, Fatehabad, Hisar, Nuh, Sirsa, Kurukshetra, and Sonepat.
Additionally, four FRUs each have been set up in Gurugram, Kaithal, Mahendragarh, Palwal, Panchkula, Panipat, Rewari, Bhiwani, Rohtak, and Yamunanagar, while Charkhi Dadri will have two such units.
24×7 Emergency Services for Mothers and Newborns
Minister Rao said the FRUs are being developed to provide round-the-clock emergency medical services, with a special focus on maternal and newborn healthcare.
These centres will include key facilities such as maternity services, newborn care units, and blood storage facilities, enabling quick medical intervention during emergencies.
“This will ensure immediate and effective medical assistance in emergency situations related to mothers and newborn babies,” Rao said.
Strengthening Referral System in Healthcare
Speaking to Hindustan Times, the minister stated that these FRUs will act as a crucial link between Primary Health Centres (PHCs) and tertiary-level hospitals.
The government is focusing on improving infrastructure, deploying specialist doctors and medical staff, and strengthening the referral system so that patients can be transferred quickly to higher-level facilities when required.
Aim to Reduce Maternal and Neonatal Mortality
The Haryana government expects the initiative to significantly reduce maternal and neonatal mortality rates in the state. By strengthening these referral units, pregnant women and newborns are expected to receive timely and quality medical care.
Earlier Inspection at Panchkula Civil Hospital
Earlier, Health Minister Arti Singh Rao had conducted a surprise inspection at the Civil Hospital Panchkula, where she expressed dissatisfaction over sanitation conditions and security arrangements at the facility.
The inspection highlighted the need for improvements in hospital infrastructure and management, reinforcing the government’s focus on strengthening healthcare services across Haryana.
