The Maharashtra cabinet, led by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, has given the green light to a project worth Rs 3,708 crore funded by the Japan International Cooperation Agency. This initiative aims to enhance medical education, nursing, and healthcare services in the state.
The project, named “Strengthening Tertiary Health Care Delivery, Medical Education System and Nursing System in Maharashtra,” will concentrate on upgrading infrastructure and providing modern equipment for medical and nursing colleges along with affiliated hospitals. Funding will support various initiatives including the establishment of new Government Medical Colleges and the enhancement of nursing colleges.
Additionally, the plan includes the procurement of advanced medical equipment for several Government Medical Colleges and focuses on human resource development in hospital management and administration. The ultimate goal is to offer affordable medical services to the people of Maharashtra.
The cabinet has also given the nod to a comprehensive reform plan aligned with the “Viksit Maharashtra 2047” vision. This plan aims to simplify the recruitment process, increase the number of cadres under the Maharashtra Public Service Commission, and introduce a “No Interview Policy” for certain posts to expedite the selection process and enhance transparency.
