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Health
30-Bed Jail Ward Inaugurated at Guru Nanak Dev Hospital, Amritsar
✍️ Amar Ujala · Amritsar
🗓 19 Aug 2026, 02:33 PM
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A new 30‑bed ward dedicated to serving incarcerated patients was opened at Guru Nanak Dev Hospital in Amritsar.
Guru Nanak Dev Hospital in Amritsar has launched a specialised 30‑bed ward designed to cater to the medical needs of prisoners. The facility aims to provide timely healthcare within a secure environment, reducing the need for external transfers.
The inauguration ceremony was attended by senior officials from the Punjab health department and representatives of the state prison authority, who highlighted the importance of integrating medical services with correctional facilities.
With a capacity of 30 beds, the ward is equipped to handle a range of ailments common among incarcerated individuals, from chronic conditions to emergency care. Authorities expect the new unit to improve health outcomes for prisoners and streamline coordination between hospitals and prisons.
The addition reflects a broader push by the state government to strengthen healthcare infrastructure for vulnerable groups, ensuring that even those in custody receive adequate medical attention.
The inauguration ceremony was attended by senior officials from the Punjab health department and representatives of the state prison authority, who highlighted the importance of integrating medical services with correctional facilities.
With a capacity of 30 beds, the ward is equipped to handle a range of ailments common among incarcerated individuals, from chronic conditions to emergency care. Authorities expect the new unit to improve health outcomes for prisoners and streamline coordination between hospitals and prisons.
The addition reflects a broader push by the state government to strengthen healthcare infrastructure for vulnerable groups, ensuring that even those in custody receive adequate medical attention.