Excelsior Correspondent
KATRA, Mar 26: The 71st meeting of the Governing Body (GB) of SMVD Narayana Superspeciality Hospital (SMVDNSH), Kakryal (Katra), was convened at the hospital premises under the chairmanship of Dr K K Talwar, Member, SMVDSB.
The meeting was attended by Dr Ashok Bhan, Member, SMVDSB; Sachin Kumar Vaishya, CEO; Alok Kumar Maurya, Additional CEO; Pawan Sharma, FA/CAO, SMVDSB; Dr Yashpal Sharma, Executive Director/ CAO, SMVDIME; Sunil Narayan, Zonal Director; Dr M M Mathavan, Facility Director, NH along with other senior functionaries of the Shrine Board and Narayana Health.
The Governing Body reviewed and deliberated upon a comprehensive three-year investment plan aimed at transforming the hospital into a future-ready healthcare hub. The plan envisages augmentation of critical medical equipment, strengthening of infrastructure, and adoption of advanced technologies. It further includes expansion of specialty services such as Oncology, Nephrology, and Cardiology, along with modernization of emergency and critical care units equipped with advanced life-support systems.
The Governing Body was apprised of a special initiative launched by the Hospital titled “Do Dil Ek Bill,” aimed at providing world-class maternal care at an affordable cost. Under this scheme, comprehensive delivery packages are being offered at a fixed and economical rate of Rs 19,999, thereby reducing the financial burden associated with childbirth while ensuring safe, high-quality maternal and child care services for a larger section of society.
Several important decisions were taken during the meeting to further strengthen the Hospital’s growth trajectory including the introduction of “positive interventions”. In this context, emphasis was laid on the continued pursuit of revised rates under Ayushman Bharat (HBP 2.2) to ensure financial sustainability while maintaining affordability for beneficiaries.
The meeting also witnessed important decisions in continuation of the 76th Board Meeting held in February 2026 regarding the Business Transition Agreement (BTA) between Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Charitable Society and Narayana Hospital. Strategic plans were further deliberated to ensure sustained growth and expansion of the Hospital.
Dr Talwar emphasized that the ambitious expansion plans will be pursued with a strong focus on austerity and financial prudence, ensuring efficient and optimal utilization of resources to maximize benefits for the community.
The meeting concluded with a comprehensive review of patient feedback, focusing on identifying service gaps and strengthening responsive mechanisms. Necessary corrective measures were discussed and directed for implementation to further enhance patient satisfaction and uphold the highest standards of service delivery at SMVDNSH.
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