Hospitals Face Safety Lapses as Aarogyasri Funds Are Delayed
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AI-generated summary of the coverage listed below: In Karnataka, doctors report that delays in disbursing Aarogyasri funds to government hospitals are hampering maintenance of medical equipment, electrical systems, fire‑safety measures and emergency supplies. The lack of funding has led to prolonged equipment failures, including malfunctioning air‑conditioners, exposed electrical wires, and faulty switches, raising concerns about patient safety and operational readiness. QUOTE: "ACs were malfunctioning for 5 months, electrical wires were hanging, switches failed" — Deccan Chronicle
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- Right-leaning (1): Deccan Chronicle
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- No Action Taken On Safety Inspections, Doctors Blame Lack of Funds — Deccan Chronicle (right-leaning)
- Officials Ignored Electrical Safety at Hospitals — Deccan Chronicle (right-leaning)