Ayodhya is undergoing a healthcare transformation ahead of the January 22 consecration ceremony of Ram Lalla, akin to the meticulous arrangements seen during the Kumbh Mela. Starting January 15, the city is orchestrating a comprehensive healthcare setup, reminiscent of the meticulous arrangements witnessed during the Kumbh Mela.

Brajesh Pathak, the Deputy Chief Minister and State Health Minister, emphasizes the deployment of temporary hospitals, cutting-edge MRI and Cath lab facilities, oxygen plants, dedicated ambulances, and an augmented capacity of ICU and general beds. The city is setting up ten fully operational oxygen plants, ensuring a robust supply, with 109 dedicated ambulances on standby. The medical coordination will be led by doctors from prestigious institutions such as KGMU, PGI, and Lohia Institute, and the city will boast two fully functional blood banks.

A notable addition is the reservation of a 50-bed trauma center at Ayodhya Medical College, offering specialized care during the consecration period. Additionally, the city is setting up ten round-the-clock medical camps with teams of four doctors specializing in different fields, paramedical staff, dedicated ambulances for critical patient transfers, and a comprehensive stock of medicines.

For enhanced healthcare outreach, a 50-bed ICU facility and operating theaters have been earmarked at Rajashri Dashrath Autonomous State Medical College and private hospitals. The National Medicos Organisation (NMO) is bringing in a team of doctors from across states, stationed in Ayodhya from January 15 to 22, conducting round-the-clock camps at different locations.

Beyond the ceremony, Ayodhya is committed to sustaining these medical facilities for 45 days, starting January 15. Doctors specializing in Ayurveda, Homeopathy, and Naturopathy will remain on-site, providing holistic treatment. Organizations like the Indian Medical Association and Homeopathy Medical Association are actively contributing.

Dr. Sanjay Jain, the Chief Medical Officer of Ayodhya, highlights the establishment of 20 first-aid points across the city, manned by a doctor and a pharmacist, offering basic testing facilities, including blood sugar tests. COVID-19 testing facilities will be available at these points.

As the consecration unfolds over seven days, Ayodhya is not only focusing on the spiritual aspects but also ensuring the highest standards of healthcare. The trust responsible for the temple's consecration has arranged for medical facilities within the tent city, catering to the needs of priests and saints attending the ceremony.

In this healthcare paradigm shift, Ayodhya is aligning its medical infrastructure with the spiritual fervor enveloping the city, setting a benchmark for future events and celebrations.

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