Warring seeks answers from BJP over smuggling of drugs into India Says, saffron party playing friendly match with its B-team in Punjab on drugs Asserts, buck stops at union Home Minister Amit Shah Chandigarh 17 September ( Ranjeet Singh Dhaliwal ) : Punjab Congress president Amarinder Singh Raja Warring today questioned the Bharatiya Janata Party government at the centre over the smuggling of huge quantity of drugs into India, particularly through Punjab borders, saying that the buck stops at the union Home Minister Amit Shah, who controls the Border Security Force. Reacting to the proposed ‘yatra’ of the BJP against drugs in Punjab, Warring said, it is indeed a fact that the Aam Aadmi Party government in Punjab has not only failed to curb the drugs, but has added to the problem. He said, the AAP has been a complete disaster in curbing the drugs. But, he added, the BJP government at the centre cannot escape the responsibility either. He pointed out, almost all the drugs are being smugg...
Paras Health Successfully Inaugurated Panchkula’s First-Ever Robotic Surgical System - Da Vinci Xi
Panchkula June 29 ( Ranjeet Singh Dhaliwal ) : Paras Health successfully inaugurated Panchkula’s first-ever robotic surgical system, the Da Vinci Xi, in a landmark event that marks a major advancement in the region’s healthcare capabilities. Held at Paras Health Panchkula, the launch event drew the presence of top medical experts, dignitaries, and senior healthcare professionals, reinforcing the hospital’s commitment to accessible, world-class medical technology. The occasion was graced by Chief Guest Ajay Chagti, IAS, Secretary – Health, Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh. Applauding the initiative, he stated, “It is heartening to witness such cutting-edge technology being introduced in Panchkula. Robotic-assisted surgery is no longer a distant future; it is today’s reality, and Paras Health has taken an important step in ensuring equitable access to advanced surgical care in the region.” Guests of Honor who graced the event included Dr. Manish Bansal, M.S, Director General Health Services; Tarun Bhandari- Political Secretary to Chief Minister, Haryana ; Jai Kaushik, Municipal Counsellor, sector 15, Panchkula and Seema Chaudhary, EX-Mayor of Panchkula. Their presence underscored the collective commitment across government and civic leadership toward advancing healthcare access in the region. The Da Vinci Xi Robotic Surgical System is the most advanced platform for minimally invasive surgery available globally. Designed for enhanced precision, control, and 3D visualization, the system allows surgeons to perform complex procedures through smaller incisions, resulting in less blood loss, minimal scarring, reduced pain, and quicker recovery for patients.
Speaking at the event,. Vineet Aggarwal, Chief Operating Officer of Paras Health, stated, “The introduction of the Da Vinci Xi robotic surgical system represents a key milestone in the group’s journey of making world-class healthcare accessible across geographies. Patients in Panchkula can now access the state-of-the-art advanced method of care through minimally invasive, robotic-assisted surgery. With the launch of a surgical robotic program facilitated by the Da Vinci Xi surgical armamentarium, the organization is continuing to demonstrate its commitment to provide high-quality, patient-centric care throughout India. Paras Health currently provides services through 8 hospitals, with 2 more additional hospitals in their pipeline. Continuing to advance the mission of quality healthcare across India. Dr. Pankaj Mittal, Facility Director, Paras Health Panchkula, said, “With the successful launch of the Da Vinci Xi system, Paras Health Panchkula has entered a new era of surgical care. This isn’t just a technological upgrade; it's a patient-first move that allows us to deliver superior outcomes across multiple specialties. Our goal is to bring in-class care to every doorstep in this region.” The robotic system will be used across various departments, including urology, oncology, gynecology, and general surgery, enabling patients in and around Panchkula to receive advanced treatments without the need to travel to larger metro cities. The senior leadership and medical experts including Dr. GS Sethi- Director, Urology, Uro-oncology and Kidney Transplant Surgery, Dr. Sunil Kumar- Director, Kidney Transplant Surgery , Dr. Rajan Sahu- Associate Director, Surgical Oncology, Dr. Amit Bansal- Senior Consultant, General Minimal Access and Bariatric Surgery and Dr. Karan Midha- Senior Consultant, GI Surgery also engaged with the media and gave their views on how this innovation will change surgical outcomes in the region. By adopting robotic surgery at the regional level, Paras Health Panchkula has taken a bold step in democratizing access to futuristic healthcare and reaffirmed its position as a leader in medical innovation.
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