Srinagar, Nov 15 (KNS): PARAS Health Srinagar on Sunday launched a special healthcare privilege card programme for journalists, artists and members of the Rotary Club of Kashmir, aimed at improving access to healthcare services and strengthening its engagement with different sections of society.

The initiative was announced during a Rotary Club meeting hosted at the hospital in Srinagar, where members interacted with the hospital management and discussed healthcare services and community welfare.

According to a statement issued to Kashmir News Service (KNS), the privilege cards have been introduced to recognise the contributions of journalists, artists and Rotarians while building closer ties between the healthcare institution and these groups.

Speaking on the occasion, Dr Murtuza Habib, Associate Vice President and Facility Director of PARAS Health Srinagar, said healthcare institutions had a responsibility to engage with communities beyond providing medical treatment.

"Healthcare institutions have a larger responsibility towards the communities they serve. At PARAS, we believe that quality healthcare should be accessible, inclusive and supported by strong community partnerships," Dr Habib said.

He said the programme was intended to acknowledge the contributions of people working in journalism, arts and social service while making healthcare more approachable.

"Through these privilege cards, we want to recognise the contribution of Rotarians, artists and journalists while building a meaningful association with people who work closely with society," he added.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp Channel

Dr Tauseef Ahmad Bhat, President of the Rotary Club of Kashmir, welcomed the initiative and said cooperation between healthcare institutions and community organisations could help improve public access to medical services.

"Rotary has always believed in service above self, with community welfare at the heart of its activities. Initiatives like these create opportunities for meaningful collaboration between institutions and society," Dr Bhat said.

He appreciated the hospital's decision to include Rotarians, artists and journalists in the programme and expressed hope that the association would encourage further cooperation on healthcare-related activities.

During the meeting, members of the Rotary Club interacted with hospital officials and were briefed about the medical facilities and services available at PARAS Health Srinagar.

The participants were also taken on a tour of the hospital.

The hospital management said the privilege card programme formed part of its efforts to develop partnerships with community organisations and professional groups.

However, the statement did not specify the benefits, eligibility requirements or financial concessions available to cardholders. (KNS)