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MULTAN, Dec 01 (APP): The 100-bed cancer hospital under construction at Nishtar is approaching a critical phase of completion, with its five-storey grey structure already finished.
However, an estimated Rs 260 million is still needed to complete the project, which is being built at a total cost of Rs 755 million. If funds are released on time, the facility is expected to be operational by June 2026, officials briefed Commissioner of Multan Division Aamir Karim Khan during his detailed visit on Monday.
According to the briefing, the summary for staff appointments has already been submitted, and timely approval is deemed essential to ensure the cancer hospital is functional soon after its completion.
During the visit, Commissioner Aamir Karim Khan also inspected the PET-Scan building, where he was informed that the PET-Scan machine is available, and the service will be operational by March 2026. This will mark the launch of Punjab’s second PET-Scan facility and South Punjab’s first-ever service of this kind.
Earlier, the commissioner visited the Emergency Ward of Nishtar Hospital, interacted with patients and attendants, and reviewed the availability of medicines and staff performance. Patients expressed satisfaction with the conduct of doctors and the uninterrupted provision of essential medicines. While cleanliness in the ward was generally good, the commissioner noted that further improvement was still necessary.
The commissioner then inspected the Gynecology OPD, where patient flow was well-managed, and consultants were available. Patients expressed satisfaction with the services, but the commissioner expressed dissatisfaction with the cleanliness and ordered immediate improvements. He also directed the deployment of volunteers outside the OPD pharmacy to manage queues and assist the public.
Commissioner Aamir Karim Khan emphasized that the timely completion of ongoing projects, particularly the cancer hospital and PET-Scan facility, will significantly enhance healthcare services in the region and provide advanced diagnostic options to thousands of patients each year.