Port Blair, 14 August 2024:
The Chief Secretary, A&N Administration, Shri Keshav Chandra, IAS, virtually inaugurated the District Integrated Public Health Laboratory (DIPHL) at Dr. RP Hospital, Mayabunder today. The ceremony was attended by the Deputy Commissioner, N&M Andaman, Shri Dilkhush Meena, IAS, Senior Officers, Health Staff and representatives from the Panchayati Raj Institutions. The DIPHL is a significant advancement in healthcare for the region, equipped to provide advanced diagnostic services, including testing for infectious diseases. The Chief Secretary emphasized the importance of enhancing healthcare in remote areas, underscoring the Government’s commitment to improving healthcare accessibility and quality. Shri Dilkhush Meena expressed gratitude to the Chief Secretary for his support and commended the efforts of the team involved in establishing the laboratory. He also acknowledged the vital role of PRI members in supporting healthcare initiatives at the grassroot level. The DIPHL is expected to significantly boost diagnostic capabilities, leading to better health outcomes for the local population.
