History & Introduction
The 30‑bed Government Hospital in Ludhiana North constituency was formally inaugurated on December 6, 2024 by Punjab’s Health Minister, Dr. Balbir Singh. Initially, the facility began operating with just 10 beds, with full expansion to 30 beds planned in later phases. The hospital aims to serve local residents with easily accessible government‑run medical services.
Infrastructure (Building & Facilities)
- Bed Capacity: Started as a 10‑bed facility, with infrastructure to support up to 30 beds
- Cost & Structure: The building was constructed at a cost of ₹4.25 crore. It offers general OPD, dental, mother & child, eye care services, basic laboratory testing, X‑ray facilities, and plans for dialysis services.
Medical Facilities & Departments
- Offers daily general OPD, emergency care, dental services, mother and child services, eye care (EYE), X‑rays, and basic laboratory tests.
- Dialysis services are expected to begin soon, in partnership with an NGO.
- IV Diagnostic & Laboratory Services
- X‑Ray and basic laboratory tests available onsite.
- Plans to introduce dialysis services are in progress.
V Doctors & Staff
- Medical Staff: Initially staffed with two Medical Officers, alongside nurses, a pharmacist, and Class IV support staff on deputation.
- Staffing levels are expected to increase as the hospital transitions to full 30‑bed capacity.
VI Pharmacy & Medicine Facility
- In‑house pharmacy is operational, providing medicines to patients.
- Staffed with at least one pharmacist, with supply generally consistent according to initial operational phase reports.
VII Ambulance & Emergency Services
- Emergency services are available 24×7, even at the initial 10‑bed stage.
- Ambulance facility announced by Rajya Sabha MP Sanjeev Arora, funded with ₹10 lakh and a new hi‑tech vehicle designated for Ludhiana West constituency but likely to assist in nearby facilities as well.
VIII Patient Services & Management
- The hospital provides local-level access to government medical care, reducing the need for travel to civil hospitals.
- A health camp held in April 2025 at this facility saw hundreds of beneficiaries and MLA Madan Lal Bagga pledged advancement toward expansion to 50 beds.
IX Safety & Hygiene Standards
- Built with modern construction and equipped with essential amenities; however staffing remains a challenge in early operation stages.
- Reports from similar local facilities indicate that even well-equipped government hospitals often struggle with staffing shortages and underutilization despite good infrastructure .
X Hospital Address and Directions
- Address: Urban Community Health Centre (UCHC), Civil Surgeon’s Office, Ludhiana North constituency (near Pavilion Mall area)
- Contact Numbers: Not yet published publicly in official sources; new facility, so dedicated numbers may be assigned.
- Operating Hours: Operational 24 hours, 7 days a week (including emergency services) .
- Email / Website: No dedicated email or website published at launch time.
