Shillong, Mar 28: The Jaiñtia National Council Khliehriat Circle on Friday submitted a memorandum to the district medical and health officer regarding the non-functional OT and clinical laboratory at the Civil Hospital.
The JNC members, led by president Shanborlang Bamon and general secretary Symboh Sumer, met the medical officer on Friday. They said that several people flagged the problem of the non-functional operation theatre and clinical laboratory cum blood transfusion services at Khliehriat Civil Hospital.
“A well-equipped OT is essential for handling emergency surgical cases and other medical procedures. The current situation poses a serious risk, especially during emergency cases where immediate surgical intervention is required,” said a statement from JNC.
A copy of the memorandum was also sent to the deputy commissioner and local MLA Kyrmen Shylla.
