“Milestone in Medical Education: Telangana Government Creates History with Appointment of 1,061 Assistant Professors”
Hyderabad, May 22, 2023 – Minister Harish Rao warmly welcomed the appointment of 1,061 assistant professors who will serve in government hospitals, aiming to provide quality healthcare services to the public. During an event held at Shilpalkala Vedika, Minister Harish Rao expressed his gratitude to the parents and teachers of the assistant professors for their invaluable contribution in shaping their lives and preparing them to save lives.
The Minister commended Chief Minister KCR for his commendable efforts in establishing numerous medical colleges and hospitals to strengthen healthcare in the state. This visionary approach has facilitated the placement of doctors, nurses, and other healthcare staff in these institutions. As part of this transformative initiative, a record-breaking 1,061 individuals have been simultaneously appointed in 34 specialized fields to serve in teaching hospitals. The Minister hailed this achievement as a revolutionary step in the field of medical education, made possible solely because of Chief Minister KCR’s unwavering support.
He congratulated the Health Department for completing a transparent recruitment process and issuing appointment orders within an impressive timeframe of just five months.
Minister Harish Rao also highlighted the recent appointment of 969 Civil Assistant Surgeons, further emphasizing the government’s commitment to strengthening healthcare in the state. Additionally, he announced the upcoming online recruitment process for 5,204 staff nurse positions through computer-based tests.
Acknowledging Chief Minister KCR’s realization of a long-standing dream, Minister Harish Rao announced the regularization of a total of 1,331 contract employees in seven departments of the Health sector. This significant development encompasses various positions, including Multi-Purpose Health Assistants, Lab Technicians, Paramedical Ophthalmic Officers, and Doctors from the Ayush Department. He emphasized that this move signifies the government’s dedication to providing stability and support to its healthcare workforce.
Highlighting the government’s relentless efforts, Minister Harish Rao revealed that over the past nine years, 22,263 posts have been filled in the health department alone, with an ongoing process to fill another 9,222 posts, expected to conclude within the next two to three months. Since the formation of Telangana, the government has initiated the recruitment process for a total of 31,484 posts, reflecting their commitment to providing ample job opportunities.
Addressing criticism regarding job creation, Minister Harish Rao asserted that those claiming jobs are not being generated simply cannot recognize the government’s efforts.
He emphasized the significance of doctors in healing patients, stating that while medicines cure diseases, doctors possess the ability to restore patients to full health. The Minister underscored the importance of building an affectionate relationship with patients, asserting that a kind word and encouragement can alleviate half of their ailments.
Minister Harish Rao emphasized the immense investment the government makes in medical education, urging the newly appointed assistant professors to give back to society through their services. He called for greater respect for the medical profession, comparing doctors to soldiers who protect the country and farmers who sustain its food production. Minister Harish Rao emphasized the transformative impact of accessible and affordable healthcare, stating that expensive treatments no longer burden the poor.
Highlighting the significant progress in organ transplantation, Minister Harish Rao praised Telangana for providing free organ transplants to the underprivileged, with Hyderabad ranking highest in the country in terms of kidney transplants. He attributed this achievement to the collective hard work of all health department staff, along with Chief Minister KCR’s persistent efforts.
Minister Harish Rao announced the allocation of doctors to remote medical colleges such as Mahabubabad, Nagar Kurnool, and Jayashankar Bhupalapalli, aiming to enhance healthcare services in these areas. He expressed his aspiration for Tel
