Odisha signs 10 MoUs to strengthen trauma care, medical education and health infrastructure

August 5, 2026 11:53 AM

Odisha signs 10 MoUs to strengthen trauma care, medical education and health infrastructure

The Odisha Health and Family Welfare Department on Wednesday signed 10 Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) with various institutions to strengthen trauma care, medical education, laboratory services and healthcare infrastructure across the state. Speaking to ANI, Odisha Health Minister Mukesh Mahaling described the development as a "historic day" for the department and said the agreements would enhance healthcare delivery, medical education and diagnostic services. "This is a historic day for ...

Odisha Floods: Health Minister announces special measures for maternal care and emergency medical aid

July 30, 2026 10:41 AM

Odisha Floods: Health Minister announces special measures for maternal care and emergency medical aid

Odisha Health Minister Mukesh Mahaling on Thursday announced a series of measures to ensure maternal healthcare and emergency medical assistance in flood-affected areas, with a focus on the safe evacuation of pregnant women, timely access to hospitals and the management of snakebite cases. Speaking to reporters, Mahaling said the Health Department has prioritised shifting pregnant women to safer locations and ensuring they are transported to hospitals in time for delivery. He noted that snakebi...