DC Kupwara Inaugurates Modern IT and Intensive Child Care Unit at Quality Health Care Hospital

Kupwara: In a major boost to healthcare infrastructure in North Kashmir, Deputy Commissioner Kupwara, Shrikant Balasaheb Suse, inaugurated a state-of-the-art IT-enabled Intensive Child Care Unit (ICCU) at Quality Health Care Hospital, Kupwara. The inauguration was held under the supervision of Principal GMC Handwara, Dr. Khursheed, and Dr. Majeed Wani, Patron of Quality Health Care Hospital.

The newly established unit represents a significant stride toward modernizing healthcare delivery in the region. Equipped with advanced IT systems, artificial intelligence tools, and specialized pediatric facilities, the ICCU aims to enhance patient care, efficiency, and real-time monitoring capabilities.

Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Majeed Wani emphasized the hospital’s mission to combine technology with compassion. “Our vision is to merge compassion with technology, ensuring that the people of Kupwara and nearby areas have access to world-class treatment under one roof,” he said.

Deputy Commissioner Suse praised the hospital management for their forward-thinking initiative, calling the new unit “a milestone in strengthening Kupwara’s healthcare ecosystem.” He assured that the district administration will continue to provide support for further medical advancements and encourage public-private partnerships to improve healthcare services across the district.

The inauguration ceremony was attended by officers from the Army and BSF, prominent social activists, medical professionals, and civil society members, all of whom welcomed the development as a transformative step toward better healthcare access and quality in North Kashmir.

The establishment of the modern IT and Intensive Child Care Unit is expected to significantly enhance critical care capacity, particularly for children, and serve as a model for other healthcare institutions in the region.