DG Shahnawaz Qasim Reviews Facilities, Urges Quality Care and Education at Sangareddy Medical College
DG Shahnawaz Qasim Emphasizes Quality Care and Education During Sangareddy Medical College Visit
Sangareddy, June 25, 2025 — In a remarkable and inspiring visit, DG Shahnawaz Qasim, IPS, Director General of Drug Control Administration and Director of Prohibition & Excise, visited Sangareddy Government Medical College and Hospital on Tuesday, June 25. The DG Shahnawaz Qasim inspection was aimed at reviewing infrastructure, student amenities, patient services, and the integration of drug control awareness and ethics into the medical curriculum.
Accompanied by senior hospital administrators and faculty members, Sri Qasim meticulously examined the condition of patient care wards, laboratories, lecture halls, hostels, and outpatient facilities. His visit was part of a broader initiative to reinforce discipline, ethics, and drug control literacy in medical institutions across the state.
Focus on Patient-Centric Quality Care
Addressing hospital management and medical staff, DG Shahnawaz Qasim stressed the importance of ensuring quality care for every patient, regardless of background. He urged doctors and students alike to foster a culture of compassion, discipline, and service-oriented thinking.
“Hospitals are not just buildings of treatment, but temples of healing. Medical professionals must commit to excellence, empathy, and ethics,” he emphasized.
He commended the medical staff for their dedication while also pointing out areas where infrastructure improvements and procedural reforms were needed for better healthcare delivery.
Elevating Student Facilities and Learning Environment
During his visit to the academic wing, the DG Shahnawaz Qasim interacted with students and faculty members, listening to their concerns and suggestions. He encouraged students to not only focus on theoretical learning but also engage in real-world problem-solving and ethical decision-making.
He inspected hostel accommodations, the central library, simulation labs, and student support centers. “The future of healthcare lies in the hands of committed and informed students. Their learning environment must inspire inquiry, discipline, and responsibility,” Qasim stated.
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Advocating Value-Based Education and Ethics
A major thrust of the DG’s visit was his strong advocacy for value-based medical education. He highlighted that apart from clinical excellence, medical students must uphold ethical standards, human dignity, and professional integrity.
Sri Qasim called for curriculum enhancements that embed topics such as medical ethics, public health responsibility, anti-drug campaigns, and community outreach.
He further added,
“We must shape future doctors who are not just experts in science, but champions of compassion and justice.”
Strengthening Drug Awareness and Prevention
As Director General of the Drug Control Administration, Shahnawaz Qasim IPS also focused on the integration of drug abuse awareness in the student curriculum and public health communication strategies. He proposed hosting frequent workshops in collaboration with public health departments to address the rising risk of substance misuse among youth and in society.
The DG praised the hospital’s efforts in safe pharmaceutical practices but noted that greater vigilance is needed in controlling access to Schedule H drugs and antibiotics.
Promoting Administrative Reforms and Monitoring
Throughout his Sangareddy tour, DG Shahnawaz Qasim emphasized transparent administration and frequent audits to track progress in hospital and academic performance. He recommended that regular review meetings be held to assess the effectiveness of newly implemented reforms.
The administration was also encouraged to adopt digital dashboards to track patient outcomes, academic performance, and drug inventory management in real time.
Positive Response from Faculty and Staff
Medical college officials and hospital staff expressed gratitude for the DG’s visit and insights. Dr. Sumanth Rao, Dean of Sangareddy Government Medical College, said:
“DG Shahnawaz Qasim’s visit reinvigorated our commitment to holistic medical education and care. His guidance will steer us toward excellence.”
Faculty members appreciated the focus on ethics, patient empathy, and the modernization of medical training tools.
DG’s Message to the Students
Before concluding his visit, DG Shahnawaz Qasim addressed a gathering of medical students, encouraging them to be agents of societal change. He reminded them that their responsibilities extend beyond the hospital walls, into rural villages, underserved urban areas, and policymaking forums.
“You are not just studying to be doctors—you are becoming guardians of health and defenders of dignity,” he said to resounding applause.
Conclusion: Charting a Bold and Responsible Medical Future
The visit of DG Shahnawaz Qasim to Sangareddy Government Medical College was more than just an inspection—it was a clarion call for transformational change in public healthcare and medical education. His focus on quality patient care, value-based education, and drug awareness marks a progressive shift toward a responsible and ethical medical ecosystem.
With administrative heads, students, and faculty pledging to act on the insights shared, the Sangareddy institution is poised to become a model for holistic and accountable healthcare delivery in Telangana.
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