CANSAULEM: Long-standing concerns over staff shortages and inadequate facilities at the Cansaulim Primary Health Centre (PHC) are expected to be addressed soon, with health authorities assuring that major issues affecting the institution will be resolved within the next two months.
The assurance was given during a visit by government officials to the PHC on Saturday following concerns raised by social worker Roquezinho D’Souza before Pramod Sawant regarding the condition of the health centre and difficulties faced by patients.
The inspection team also included Antonio Vaz and representatives of the Cansaulim Village Panchayat. Officials inspected various sections of the PHC and interacted with doctors and staff to assess the challenges affecting healthcare services.
Among the key issues highlighted were shortages of doctors and support staff, along with the need for infrastructure improvements to cater to the growing healthcare needs of residents from Cansaulim and surrounding villages.
D’Souza had earlier brought to the Chief Minister’s attention the strain placed on existing medical personnel and the difficulties experienced by patients due to inadequate staffing. Residents have repeatedly voiced concerns about delays in accessing healthcare services and the need for better facilities at the centre.
During the visit, officials assured stakeholders that steps are being initiated to strengthen the PHC by filling vacancies and addressing operational shortcomings that have affected its functioning. They stated that efforts are underway to improve both manpower and healthcare infrastructure.
Antonio Vaz said healthcare remains a priority and expressed confidence that the issues raised by residents would be resolved within the promised timeframe. Representatives of the village panchayat welcomed the intervention and urged authorities to ensure timely implementation of the proposed measures.
The assurances have raised hopes among local residents, many of whom have been seeking improvements at the health centre for several years, with expectations that the planned upgrades will lead to better medical care and more efficient healthcare services in the region.
