The Uttarakhand government has terminated the services of 158 doctors in the health department who have been absent for a long time, just before the New Year. Following this action, the government plans to quickly recruit new doctors for the vacant positions through the Uttarakhand Medical Service Selection Board. Health Minister Dr. Dhan Singh Rawat announced that the services of these doctors were ended due to their prolonged absence, which was negatively impacting health services in the state. He made it clear that careless and absent employees will not be tolerated.
Key Details:
– Most Terminations: The highest number of terminations occurred in Udham Singh Nagar district, where 21 doctors were let go.
– Other Districts:
– Almora: 12 doctors
– Nainital, Champawat, and Uttarkashi: 11 doctors each
– Dehradun and Bageshwar: 9 doctors each
– Tehri and Chamoli**: 13 doctors each
– Pauri: 10 doctors
– Rudraprayag: 7 doctors
– Haridwar: 6 doctors
– Pithoragarh: 5 doctors
Additionally, 20 more doctors from various hospitals have also been released from their duties. This decisive action reflects the government’s commitment to improving healthcare services in the state. If you have any more questions or need further information, feel free to ask!
