Haryana Health Minister Arti Singh Rao has set a noteworthy precedent by convening a meeting of the “Special High-Powered Purchase Committee” amid the ongoing budget session of the Assembly. This meeting aims to finalize rates for the procurement of medicines, medical consumables, testing laboratories, and medical equipment, addressing concerns raised by several MLAs during House proceedings.
During the Assembly’s Question Hour, multiple members highlighted the need for improved machines, equipment, and laboratory testing facilities in government hospitals within their constituencies. In response, the Health Minister assured them that their concerns would be addressed as a priority. Acting on this commitment, she instructed officials to schedule the committee meeting on March 21.
Following her directive, officials promptly began preparations for the meeting.