Union Ministers Review Progress of AIIMS Awantipora Construction Project

To strengthen the health facilities in Jammu and Kashmir, the Union Government reviewed the progress of the construction project of AIIMS Awantipora. Jagat Prakash Nadda, Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare, along with Sakina Itoo, Union Minister of Health and Medical Education, Jammu and Kashmir, on Thursday took stock of the under-construction All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) at Awantipora, South Kashmir. During the review meeting, the Union Minister took stock of the ongoing development works in the institute, infrastructure preparedness and other important aspects associated with the project. During the review meeting, along with assessing the progress made so far, the areas requiring special attention were also identified so that the project could be completed at the earliest. On this occasion, Sakina Itoo welcomed the Union Health Minister and appreciated the support being received from the Union Government for strengthening the health infrastructure in Jammu and Kashmir.