CHANDIGARH, APRIL 2: Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria emphasized the need for regular inspections and improved monitoring after conducting a series of surprise visits to medical and welfare facilities in the city. The Administrator stated that the primary objective of the tour was to ensure that public institutions are maintaining high standards of care and hygiene.
During his visit to the SPCA in Sector 38, Kataria inspected the housing areas for birds, cats, and dogs. He asserted that animal care must be enhanced through more rigorous oversight and better management of sick or injured animals. He further noted that the current handling of aggressive animals requires more structured protocols.
“The Administrator stressed the need for proper SOPs and directed regular inspections,” a spokesperson for the UT Administration declared. The visit was attended by Municipal Corporation Commissioner Amit Kumar and other senior department heads.
Earlier in the day, Kataria reviewed the functioning of the Group Home in Sector 31, where he assessed the support systems available for residents with intellectual disabilities. He affirmed that the rehabilitation process must remain patient-centric.
At GMCH-32, the Governor spent time in the triage and emergency sections. He stated that the feedback from the public regarding medical services was generally positive, though he remained focused on the logistical efficiency of the emergency operation theaters. Senior officers, including VP Singh and Mandip Singh Brar, provided detailed reports on the facility’s current capacity and resource management.
