AIIMS Delhi has reverses its earlier decision to close OPD for half a day on January 22, opting to remain open in the interest of the public. Additionally, Lady Hardinge, Ram Manohar Lohia Hospital, and Safdarjung Hospital will also maintain regular operations.
AIIMS New Delhi has reversed its previous call to suspend OPD services until 2:30 pm on January 22, linked to the Pran Pratishtha of Ram Lalla in Ayodhya. Responding to considerable public backlash, the Outpatient Department will now remain open throughout Monday. A new office memorandum highlights this adjustment to prevent inconvenience to scheduled patients and to uphold ongoing patient care.
AIIMS Delhi half-day holiday reversal Memorandum
The revised memorandum, referring to the circular from January 20, underscores the commitment to ensuring access to the outpatient department for patients with appointments. This decision reinforces the institution’s dedication to avoiding any disruptions in patient services. Additionally, critical clinical care services will persist without interruption, sustaining the essential operations of the medical facility.
An earlier office order from AIIMS, Delhi, had mentioned the government’s announcement of a half-day holiday on January 22, linked to the Ram temple consecration ceremony in Ayodhya. However, following public outcry, AIIMS has opted to reverse its decision, prioritizing the healthcare needs of the community.
Similarly, Lady Hardinge, Ram Manohar Lohia Hospital, and Safdarjung Hospital have reassessed their decisions and will remain open for the entire day on January 22. This unified shift in approach by prominent medical institutions demonstrates responsiveness to public concerns and a commitment to ensuring uninterrupted healthcare services during significant events.
The public has expressed appreciation for the hospitals’ choices, acknowledging the government’s sensitivity in ensuring uninterrupted healthcare services. A patient with a scheduled appointment at AIIMS on Monday emphasized the practical challenges, questioning how individuals from different parts of the country could be accommodated if a holiday were declared.