Seven new facilities inaugurated at Wenlock hospital

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December 5, 2014

Mangaluru, Dec 5: Minister for Health and Family Welfare U T Khader has said that a full-fledged dialysis centre will come up at Wenlock Hospital in the near future.

Speaking at the inauguration of seven new facilities at Wenlock Hospital here on Friday, he said that at present, there are eight dialysis machines in the hospital. Additional machines will be installed in the future.

One taluk in all the 30 districts in the state will get a dialysis centre as announced in the State budget. Accordingly, in Dakshina Kannada district, taluk hospital at Puttur will get the facility while Kundapur taluk hospital will get the facility in Udupi district.

The government is planning to set up a wing of Jayadeva Institute of Cardiology and Kidwai Institute at Vamanjoor on the outskirts of Mangalore. A proposal has already been submitted to the government in this regard.

The Minister said that a proposal has been submitted to the government for the integrated development of Wenlock Hospital. The hospital will be developed in a phased manner. A 24X7 generic medicine centre will come up in Wenlock Hospital within three months.

One-day orientation and motivation programme for the staff of Wenlock hospital will be held to improve the efficiency. District-in-Charge Minister should convene a meeting of the industries and IT corporates in the district to discuss on the CSR activities.

District-in-Charge Minister Ramanath Rai said that there is a need to maintain government hospitals. The industries in the district under CSR activities should support the development of Wenlock Hospital. Mani PHC should be upgraded. The officials should have will power to implement programmes to eradicate deadly diseases.

New facilities

The facilities inaugurated at the hospital are new dental clinic which will be operated by A J Institute of Dental Sciences. The service will be available at an affordable rates at the new dental clinic. The clinic will be providing all services including dentures, which is being issued free of cost to BPL families under State Government's Danta Bhagya' scheme, said Wenlock Hospital Superintendent Dr Rajeshwaridevi.

She said the hospital has been catering not only to patients from the district but also to those referred from other places, including Shivamogga, Madikeri, Chikkamagaluru, Davangere and Hassan.

Drug Resistant Tuberculosis Centre was also inaugurated. Here patients diagnosed with Drug Resistant TB will be receiving treatment for a period of about seven to 10 days. A Semi Intensive Care Unit of 12-bed with five ventilators, new X-ray unit, Club Foot Care Centre for children, modern mortuary and liquid waste treatment plant was also inaugurated. Minister for Youth Services, Sports and Fisheries Abhayachandra Jain, MLA J R Lobo, ZP CEO Tulasi Maddineni and others were present.

ISKCON food

Minister for Health U T Khader has said that patients of government hospitals will soon be fed food prepared by the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON).

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Fusion-2K25: Melkar Women’s College Celebrates 17th Annual Day and Graduation Ceremony

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December 17,2025

Melkar, Dec 17: The 17th Annual Day and Graduation Ceremony of Melkar Women’s PU and Degree College, themed “Fusion-2K25,” was celebrated with dignity and enthusiasm, marking a significant milestone in the institution’s academic journey. The programme reflected the college’s steadfast commitment to academic excellence, character building, and the holistic development of students.

The event was inaugurated by Mr. Asif Mohammed, whose presence greatly enriched the occasion. The celebration was further graced by the chief guests Mr. P. B. Ahmed Mudassir and Mr. Nissar Fakeer Mohammed, along with the distinguished guests of honour Mr. B. A. Nazeer and Mr. Ibrahim Gadiyar. In their inspiring addresses, the guests encouraged the graduating students and appreciated the dedicated efforts of the management, faculty, and students.

The annual report was presented by the Principal, Mr. Abdul Majeed S, highlighting the institution’s academic progress, notable achievements, and extracurricular accomplishments during the academic year.

The presidential address was delivered by the esteemed Chairman of Melkar Women’s PU and Degree College, Dr. Haji S. M. Rasheed, who emphasized the vital role of education in empowering women and shaping responsible citizens. He also stressed the importance of discipline, dedication, and perseverance in achieving success.

Cultural programmes and academic recognitions formed an integral part of the celebration, showcasing the talents and achievements of the students. The graduation ceremony was a proud moment for the outgoing students as they were formally conferred degrees and wished success in their future endeavours.

Ms. Mashmooma Fathima served as the Master of Ceremonies. The welcome address was delivered by Ms. Fathima Nida, and the programme concluded with a vote of thanks proposed by Ms. Ayisha Suhana.

The event successfully achieved its objectives and was highly appreciated by the guests and attendees.

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