Govt. hospitals told to take measures to save gas, ensure stock

Amid concerns over LPG and fuel supplies, government hospitals in the State have been instructed to take precautionary measures. Hospitals have been asked to tweak patient meal plans by preparing diets that require shorter cooking times, while ensuring that nutritional needs are met. They were also advised to maintain adequate diesel stocks for generator operations.

According to a health official, there are currently no issues with LPG or other fuel supplies for government health facilities. “We have asked the hospitals to prepare contingency plans – plan A, plan B and plan C. They should prepare alternative diets that require less cooking for patients and medical college students. Since medical colleges and hostels have large spaces, they can also use firewood for cooking. We have also asked them to explore electric appliances for large-scale cooking,” he said.