New Delhi, March 10 Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said on Tuesday that her government is committed to ensuring that every woman has access to quality healthcare, through improved services, awareness, and the expansion of medical facilities.
Gupta, while attending a conference on "Women in the Medical Profession," said that the Delhi government places the highest priority on women's health and empowerment.
The meeting, held at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, brought together women doctors and specialists to discuss medical concerns across different stages of a woman's life and raise awareness about their health, according to an official statement.
During the event, scientific sessions led by experts discussed topics including masses in the adnexes across different age groups, genetic advancements, cardiovascular health in women, breast cancer screening, and vulvar dermatoses, it said.
The chief minister noted that women are contributing across the medical field, as doctors, surgeons, researchers, nurses, and health specialists.
The experts highlighted the importance of preventive healthcare, timely diagnosis, and a multidisciplinary approach in managing women's health conditions, the statement said.
Chairman of the hospital's Board of Management, Dr. Ajay Swaroop, said that the hospital has women professionals occupying key positions across clinical departments, laboratories, and administration.
"At Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, every day is Women's Day. We have a plethora of talented women occupying the highest positions across departments," he said in the statement.
"Our nurses are the backbone of the hospital, and women here enjoy all possible privileges and safeguards," he added.
Chairman of the hospital's Board of Trustees, Dr. DS Rana, said that access to education has played a key role in the progress of women in society.
"In the 1950s and 1960s, especially in rural areas, women had very limited opportunities for schooling and higher education. Today, education has opened doors to public life, government services, entrepreneurship, and leadership roles," Rana said.
The statement also highlighted the legacy of the hospital's founder, Sir Ganga Ram, noting that he supported women's empowerment through initiatives such as educational institutions and welfare programs for women.
