Srinagar, May 10: The Health and Medical Education Department has announced the reconstitution of a departmental designated committee tasked with reviewing cases of doctors and officials to swiftly address matters concerning unauthorized absence and similar issues.
In an official order, the department stated, “Sanction is accorded to re-constitution of a Departmental Designated committee to examine the cases of doctors or any officer/official of H&ME Department/subordinate offices for proper and timely disposal of cases pertaining to unauthorized absence/overstay on deputation/study leave/NoC cases or any other relevant case.”
Headed by the Special Secretary to Government Health and Medical Education Department as Chairman, the committee comprises members including the Additional Secretary to Government (Dealing with HRM Section) and the Additional Secretary to Government (Dealing with Health & Medical Education Section). The Under Secretary to Government H&ME (Dealing with HRM Section) serves as the Member Secretary, alongside other designated members.
The committee’s responsibilities include examining cases of unauthorized absence or overstay on deputation/study leave, and making specific recommendations as necessary. Additionally, it is mandated to address public grievances arising from the absence of Doctors/Para medical staff.
Furthermore, the committee is tasked with ensuring that all necessary conditions are met before deciding on the authorized/unauthorized period of absence. It will also scrutinize proposals for higher studies by doctors or paramedics before formal approval of study leave.
Quarterly, the Member Secretary of the committee will gather case details from relevant Heads of Departments and present them for discussion and recommendations. Subsequently, the committee will submit its recommendations for approval, which will be reviewed and acted upon by the HRM Section on a case-by-case basis.
This initiative reflects the department’s commitment to effective governance and timely resolution of personnel matters, ensuring the smooth functioning of healthcare services.
