Kathmandu: Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has announced that the government will undertake a review of the current health insurance programme. During his speech at an event marking the 43rd anniversary of the Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital (TUTH), the Prime Minister highlighted instances of misuse within the insurance facility, prompting the decision to reassess the programme to ensure it serves its intended purpose effectively.
According to National News Agency Nepal, Prime Minister Oli emphasized the importance of the insurance programme in benefiting people meaningfully. He called for the TUTH to actively support the government’s “Nirogi Nepal” campaign and to continue providing quality healthcare services. The Prime Minister urged the hospital to maintain its leadership in producing skilled human resources and enhancing healthcare delivery standards.
Prime Minister Oli also addressed the healthcare professionals, noting the significant trust that people place in doctors, nurses, and hospitals when they seek medical care. He urged healthcare workers to honor this trust by providing proper care and ensuring patient recovery. He acknowledged the crucial role of nurses in the healthcare system, highlighting their special responsibilities in patient care.
During the event, Meen Bahadur Gurung, Managing Director of Bhatbhateni Super Market, was honored for his financial contribution to the construction of the TUTH Extended Service Building, which was inaugurated on the same day.