Agencies
... Read More
By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookie Policy.
Written By: Agencies | Updated : June 22, 2014 1:05 PM IST
West Bengal needed a single window clearance system for all health care projects to boost investment in the PPP model. 'We have asked the West Bengal government to introduce single window clearance system for all PPP health care projects in the state. The state health secretary was positive on this and said he will take this forward,' Suyash Borar, chairman, CII Health care Sub-Committee, east, & CEO, CMRI Hospital said on the sidelines of a health care event organised by CII. (Read: Three new medical colleges for West Bengal)
He said there were many foreign investors who showed keen interest to invest in a big way in health care in the region and the single window clearance would boost sentiment. The state government had recently announced single window clearance for eco-tourism for speedy implementation of projects in PPP. (Read: West Bengal Encephalitis Update: 19 children die of encephalitis)
A white paper and a website connecting investors across the globe with all stakeholders in the health sector in eastern India would be introduced, Borar said. West Bengal had recently cleared three medical colleges to be set up on PPP model. Camellia Group and Techno Group would set up three medical colleges at Kolkata, Nadia and Cooch Behar districts. (Read: West Bengal litchi virus NHRC issues notice to West Bengal government over children's deaths)
For the proposed medical college in Kolkata, land was allotted with a five-year deadline, while colleges at Krishnanagar and Cooch Behar would have two years to use two existing infrastructure of government hospitals, CII said in a statement quoting state health secretary Malay De.
For more articles on healthcare, visit our healthcare section. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter for all the latest updates! For daily free health tips, sign up for our newsletter. And to join discussions on health topics of your choice, visit our forum.
