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Haryana approves Rs 2.39 crore medical equipment purchase to boost healthcare services
Babushahi Bureau
Chandigarh, February 11, 2026: In a significant move to strengthen public healthcare infrastructure, the Haryana Government has approved the procurement of medical equipment worth ₹2.39 crore for government hospitals and healthcare facilities across the state.
The decision was taken during a meeting of the Special Standing Purchase Committee (Higher), chaired by Dr. Sumita Misra, Additional Chief Secretary, Health & Family Welfare Department. The equipment will be supplied under a two-year rate contract that includes maintenance support to ensure smooth and uninterrupted functioning.
The approved procurement includes 25 slit lamps valued at approximately ₹74 lakh, which will be installed in ophthalmology departments of civil hospitals to enhance diagnostic capabilities and facilitate early detection and treatment of vision-related disorders.
To strengthen neonatal care services, the government has sanctioned the purchase of 140 radiant warmers costing around ₹82 lakh to help maintain optimal body temperature for newborns immediately after birth, reducing the risk of complications.
Additionally, 60 LED phototherapy units worth ₹32 lakh will be provided for the treatment of neonatal jaundice, a common but potentially serious condition among infants.
Apart from clinical equipment, the state has also approved the procurement of 1,575 plastic moulded pallets valued at ₹51 lakh.
These will be supplied to Haryana Medical Services Corporation Limited (HMSCL) warehouses to improve inventory management and ensure safe storage of medicines and medical supplies.
Dr. Misra stated that the initiative will significantly enhance healthcare delivery across Haryana’s public health network, directly benefiting patients, particularly newborns and those requiring specialised eye care services.
The move is expected to upgrade both medical treatment facilities and logistical efficiency within government health institutions across the state.