Affiliation & Administration

National Health Mission

The National Health Mission (NHM) plays a crucial role in improving healthcare facilities at the Taluk level. Its responsibilities include:

• Funding Support – Provides financial aid for infrastructure development, staffing, medical equipment, and essential medicines.

• Policy Implementation – Enforces healthcare programs like Janani Suraksha Yojana (JSY), Rashtriya Bal Swasthya Karyakram (RBSK), and Ayushman Bharat.

• Capacity Building – Conducts training programs for healthcare professionals to improve service quality.

• Monitoring & Evaluation – Tracks hospital performance through audits and reports, ensuring proper implementation of schemes.

• Maternal & Child Health – Supports initiatives like immunization programs, antenatal care, and newborn care services.

Governement of Kerala

The State Government is the primary governing body responsible for managing the hospital’s administration and operations. Its key functions include:

• Hospital Administration – Appoints doctors, nurses, and other staff while ensuring their salaries and benefits.

• Infrastructure Development – Allocates budget for hospital buildings, equipment, and advanced medical facilities.

• Specialist & Super-Specialist Services – Introduces departments like cardiology, nephrology, and oncology in Taluk hospitals.

• Drug & Equipment Supply – Ensures timely availability of essential drugs and medical supplies.

• Emergency Services – Supports ambulance networks like 108 services and upgrades trauma care facilities.

• State-Specific Health Schemes – Implements schemes like Karunya Arogya Suraksha Padhathi (KASP) for affordable healthcare.

Nedumkandam Block Panchayath

The Local Self-Government Department (LSGD) plays a critical role in the grassroots-level functioning of Taluk hospitals. Its responsibilities include:

• Infrastructure Maintenance – Supports renovation, sanitation, and waste management within the hospital premises.

• Community Health Programs – Implements local healthcare awareness programs and disease prevention initiatives.

• Palliative & Home-Based Care – Collaborates with hospitals for community-based palliative care services.

• Public Participation & Monitoring – Engages local representatives in hospital development committees for better governance.

• Support for Vulnerable Groups – Ensures access to free or subsidized healthcare for the poor and marginalized communities.