08 July,2026 07:12 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
BMC Additional Municipal Commissioner Prajakta Verma Lavangare inspects civic hospital in Chembur (Pic/Special arrangement)
In view of strengthening healthcare services at civic-run hospitals, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation's (BMC) Additional Municipal Commissioner (City), Prajakta Verma Lavangare on Tuesday conducted a surprise inspection of Mata Ramabai Ambedkar Maternity Home and Smt. Divaliben Mehta (Maa) General Hospital in Chembur.
As per the official statement, the inspection focused on reviewing the quality of medical services, hospital infrastructure, staffing, and the implementation of digital healthcare systems.
During the visit, Lavangare examined the hospital's computer systems and digital functionalities to verify whether the Hospital Management Information System (HMIS) was functioning efficiently. The Additional Municipal Commissioner also issued key instructions to the hospital administration regarding the effective use of the digital platform.
Lavangare along with other BMC officials, inspected vacant staff quarters within the hospital premises as well as an adjoining open plot of land.
She also directed the concerned department to submit a detailed report on all correspondence and developments related to the property.
As part of the inspection, Lavangare sought detailed information on the number of patients admitted to the hospital and reviewed the average monthly deliveries conducted at the maternity home.
She also examined the sanctioned staff strength, including doctors and other healthcare personnel, at Smt. Divaliben Mehta (Maa) General Hospital before carrying out a comprehensive inspection of the facility.
As per the civic body, the Additional Municipal Commissioner instructed officials to expedite the ongoing repair and renovation work at the hospital to ensure improved infrastructure and uninterrupted healthcare services.
She further directed medical officers to ensure that all admitted patients receive quality treatment and timely medical care.
Senior BMC health officials, including Executive Health Officer Dr. Daksha Shah, Joint Executive Health Officer Dr. Santosh Gaikwad, Chief Medical Superintendent Dr. Chandrakant Pawar, and other concerned officials, were also present during the inspection.
The visit forms part of the BMC's ongoing efforts to monitor civic healthcare facilities and improve the quality of medical services across Mumbai's municipal hospitals.
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