Srinagar April:(KNS) Director Health Services, Kashmir, Dr. Mushtaq Ahmad Rather today chaired a meeting to review preparations and arrangements for Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra 2022.

The meeting was attended by CAO DHSK, CMO Ganderbal, CMO Anantnag, Nodal Officer Yatra, DHSK, BMO Kangan, BMO Sallar, S.O Budget DHSK, Incharge NHM DHSK besides other concerned officers.

A detailed discussion was held on various issues DHS stressed on timely completion of procurement of various required items including machinery equipment, drugs, disposables, tents, prefab huts, etc and instructed the participants.

The director further directed CMO Anantnag and Ganderbal to ensure all the arrangements are put in place by May 15, 2022 for the smooth conduct of this years’ Yatra 

Pertinently, DHSK establishes 55 camp facilities, which include 6 base hospitals, where specialist facilities are made functional.

Dr MA Rather emphasized the importance of the timely establishment of clinical and residential facilities at all the sites.

The directorate will establish 237 clinical beds and 1,014 residential beds for Yatra 2022. It is expected that 1,330 health staff will be deployed for duties in 3 shifts. (KNS)