Province-wide directive ensures round-the-clock medical preparedness and rapid emergency response
The government of Punjab has placed all public sector hospitals on high alert, directing health authorities to ensure full preparedness in view of the prevailing security environment.
Under fresh instructions issued to hospital administrations across the province, emergency departments, operation theatres and trauma centers have been ordered to remain fully operational around the clock. Medical superintendents have been tasked with guaranteeing uninterrupted healthcare services and maintaining immediate response capacity in case of any untoward incident.
Officials said specialist doctors, paramedical staff and essential medicines are being ensured to handle potential emergencies effectively. Authorities have also directed hospital administrations to keep all critical care units functional and adequately staffed to manage sudden influxes of patients.
The directive emphasizes vigilance at both administrative and medical levels, instructing teams to remain ready to respond without delay. According to officials, the provincial government is adopting a coordinated and proactive strategy to safeguard lives and maintain seamless healthcare delivery throughout Punjab.
Health authorities reiterated that preparedness measures are precautionary but necessary, given the current security landscape. The move aims to strengthen emergency response systems and reassure the public that medical facilities across the province are equipped to handle any emergency situation swiftly and efficiently.
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