Pune to Get Dedicated Cancer Hospital and Staff Boost at Sassoon General Hospital

The Maharashtra government announces plans for a new cancer hospital and expedited recruitment to address critical staff shortages at Sassoon General Hospital.

• The Maharashtra government is planning to establish a cancer hospital in Pune, with Sassoon General Hospital identified as the likely location.
• Recruitment for 769 vacant positions at Sassoon General Hospital, including 156 nursing posts, will begin within the next eight days.
• Sassoon General Hospital serves over 5.5 lakh outpatients and 60,000 inpatients annually, but faces significant strain due to staff shortages and infrastructure challenges.
• Concerns raised about cleanliness, sanitation, and shortages of medical equipment and medicines at the hospital are being addressed, with recent purchases worth ₹12.94 crore and plans for further procurement.
• An inquiry into the hospital’s sanitation standards has been announced to improve conditions for patients and staff.

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