KTR Slams Telangana Govt Over Closure of Children’s Ward at Fever Hospital

Hyderabad: BRS working President KT Rama Rao has raised a significant concern regarding the ongoing closure of the children’s ward at the Government Fever Hospital in Hyderabad. The closure, which has persisted for over a year, is reportedly due to a shortage of paediatricians. Rama Rao has pointed fingers at Chief Minister K. Chandrashekar Rao’s (KCR) administration, accusing them of prioritizing events like beauty pageants over essential healthcare services.

BRS Leader Questions CM Revanth Reddy’s Priorities

Rama Rao, in a recent post on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), sharply criticized Chief Minister Revanth Reddy for his failure to address the issue of paediatric care at the Government Fever Hospital. He stated,
“The Chief Minister is busy running after the Miss World contest, but has no time to think of children’s health. Children and parents are left to suffer for over a year.”

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Rama Rao’s remarks came after reports surfaced that the children’s ward had remained shut for an extended period due to the unfilled paediatrician vacancies, which have gone unaddressed by the government. The lack of medical professionals in the children’s ward has raised concerns, particularly as the monsoon season approaches, increasing the risk of seasonal illnesses.

Calls for Immediate Action on Paediatrician Vacancies

Rama Rao also questioned the government’s inaction, pointing out that the monsoon season, which brings a surge in diseases, is already here, making the need for paediatric care even more critical. He expressed disbelief that a major public health issue was being ignored while the administration remains focused on non-priority matters.

Sharing a report from a local vernacular media outlet, KT Rama Rao urged Chief Secretary K. Ramakrishna Rao to intervene immediately, treating the matter as an urgent public health priority. According to the media report, the two paediatricians stationed at the hospital were transferred, and the posts have remained vacant for over a year.

A Growing Concern Over Health Infrastructure in Telangana

The closure of the children’s ward at the Government Fever Hospital raises broader concerns about the state’s healthcare infrastructure. Despite multiple assurances from the state government about improving healthcare services, the unfilled positions and lack of attention to pressing health issues highlight a significant gap in governance.

The BRS leader’s statement also underscores the growing frustration among citizens regarding the government’s handling of public health priorities, especially in the face of seasonal health risks and increasing pressure on hospitals.

Public Health Crisis Worsens Without Paediatricians

With the monsoon season already here, the closure of the children’s ward in the Government Fever Hospital has left many families worried about the lack of timely medical attention for their children. Seasonal illnesses such as viral fevers, dengue, and malaria typically surge during this period, making the need for fully operational children’s healthcare facilities even more urgent.

Rama Rao’s criticism is a direct call to the government to prioritize public health over ceremonial engagements. As the situation worsens, there is mounting pressure for the state to take swift action to fill the vacant paediatrician positions and reopen the children’s ward to meet the needs of vulnerable children in Hyderabad.

Urgency for Healthcare Reforms in Telangana

KT Rama Rao’s comments serve as a stark reminder of the need for more efficient healthcare management in Telangana. The closure of essential services like the children’s ward in the city’s major government hospital indicates that there is an urgent need for reforms in the state’s healthcare policies. Public health professionals and citizens alike are calling for immediate steps to address the shortage of medical staff and improve the state’s healthcare infrastructure.