Pimpri-Chinchwad Municipal Corporation Identifies Hospitals For Burns Ward
In response to criticism following a recent fire tragedy in Talawade, the Pimpri-Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC) is taking decisive steps to enhance emergency medical facilities. Municipal Commissioner Shekhar Singh led a meeting on Friday with medical department officials to discuss the establishment of a burns ward.BackgroundThe incident in Talawade highlighted the need for a dedicated burns ward, as victims had to endure a 25km journey to Pune for treatment. Recognizing this gap, PCMC is now considering two hospitals for the burns ward project.Hospital SelectionPCMC is currently deliberating between Yashwantrao Chavan Memorial Hospital and Akurdi Hospital as potential locations for the burns ward. The choice is crucial, given the necessity for specialized medi...